Turkish defence company ASELSAN has expanded its presence in Southeast Asia with the signing of multiple cooperation agreements and the official opening of its Indonesian office during the INDODEFENCE 2024…

KNDS announced at the ongoing Indo Defence that it had formalized a long-term cooperation with KEMHAN to work on breakthrough innovations. KNDS is also cooperating with LEMHANNAS to build up…

While Donald Trump’s tariff plans have led Canada and some European nations to reconsider buying the Lockheed Martin-made F-35 fighter jet, Indonesia is thinking along different lines. Jakarta, which is…

Leonardo DRS’s Land Electronics Division provides the Indonesian Army with a proven battle management system. The U.S. based firm’s land electronics division is a specialist in sensor integration. Speaking to…

NDS (KMW+NEXTER Defense Systems) announced the inking of a Letter of Intent (LOI) with Indonesia for procurement of additional CAESAR artillery systems and its 155mm ammunition at the ongoing show.…

Airbus has confirmed that the first A400M heavy transport aircraft for Indonesia will be delivered ahead of schedule, arriving in November 2025. This is earlier than the previously planned delivery…

China's growing military prowess has caused considerable concern for its neighbours in in Southeast Asia, including Indonesia. With Jakarta responding to the threat by diversifying its defence relationships and deepening…

The Indonesian Marine Corps has recently completed an inspection of its BMP-3F amphibious armoured personnel carriers, confirming the addition of upgraded armour to enhance battlefield survivability. The upgrade package, provided…

ROKETSAN is presenting its growing portfolio of state-of-the-art and next generation missile, rocket and ammunition technologies at the ongoing Indo Defence. Roketsan, which occupies pride of place as Türkiye's international…

Indonesia has recently launched a new Landing Craft Utility (LCU) vessel with a displacement of 2,500 DWT, reinforcing its commitment to strengthening national defence logistics and maritime security. The vessel,…

KNDS France announced its ongoing commitment to strengthening strategic industrial cooperation with Indonesia’s domestic defense and technological industrial base (DTIB). The company, which has maintained a partnership with Indonesia’s Ministry…

The Indonesian Ministry of Defence’s Research and Development Agency (Balitbang) is showcasing several indigenous developments in the weapons and sensor arena at the ongoing show, which are the outcomes of…

The Indonesian Navy is still evaluating potential suppliers for an interim submarine as it waits for the completion of the Scorpene-class submarines. Chief of staff of the Indonesian Navy (TNI…

Russia is offering some of its latest military hardware to Indonesia at the ongoing show, as it targets retaining its influence as a reliable supplier of military equipment in the…

The French missile firm MBDA, which has a longstanding presence in Indonesia and the region, placing a key emphasis on naval systems as one of its areas of focus at…

The Indonesian Navy Marine Corps (Korps Marinir TNI AL) recently carried out live firing tests of the Norinco Multiple Launch Rocket System (MLRS) 90B and 35 mm Twin Gun anti-aircraft…

A worldwide leader in artillery systems and ammunitions, KNDS is committing to strengthen its industrial partnership with Indonesian DTIB through transfer of know-how, technology and of assembly of artillery guns…

Indonesia is weighing an offer from China to sell its J-10C fighter jets as part of Jakarta’s ongoing efforts to modernise its air force, Deputy Defence Minister Donny Ermawan Taufanto…

The Indonesian Navy will boost its combat capability with the induction of two MPCS (Multipurpose Combat Ship/PPA) vessels later this year. These ships are part of an Indonesian contract valued…

The Indonesian Marine Corps has recently completed an inspection of its BMP-3F amphibious armoured personnel carriers, confirming the addition of upgraded armour to enhance battlefield survivability. The upgrade package, provided…

Indonesian Army Aviation recently took delivery of six upgraded Bell 412EP helicopters modernized with BasiX-Pro Glass Cockpit Retrofit Kits. The upgrade was performed by PT. Black Diamond Heliaero (BDH), a…

Indonesia signed a new series of Letters of Intent (LoIs) on 28 May 2025 for the planned acquisition of additional French-made military systems, including Dassault Rafale fighter jets, Scorpène-class submarines,…

The inaugural day of the ongoing IMDEX Asia witnessed the participation of two Indonesian Navy (TNI Angkatan Laut – TNI AL) warships. The KRI Bung Karno-369 and KRI Kerambit-627, participated…

Discussions between Japan and Indonesia on the potential joint development and production of advanced frigates for the Indonesian Navy are continuing at the highest levels of government, Japan Times reported…

Boeing has pledged to involve Indonesian industry in the production and support of the F-15EX fighter jet should the country finalise plans to acquire the aircraft. The commitment comes amid…

Indonesia may be reviving its long-delayed acquisition of Sukhoi Su-35 multirole fighter jets, according to sources within the government. While no official confirmation has been made, a formal statement is…

President of Indonesia, Prabowo Subianto, has conveyed Indonesia’s interest in participating in the joint development of Türkiye’s fifth-generation fighter jet programme, Kaan, which is currently being developed by Turkish Aerospace…

The Indonesian Navy (TNI-AL) is exploring the potential acquisition of ITS Giuseppe Garibaldi (C 551), an Italian Navy (Marina Militare) assault helicopter carrier/light aircraft carrier that was placed in reserve…

SkyFive and Akses Prima Indonesia (API) have announced a partnership to introduce an Air-to-Ground (A2G) inflight connectivity network in Indonesia, according to SkyFive's press release on Tuesday (Mar. 4). The…

Turkiye has offered Indonesia the opportunity to participate in the co-development and co-production of its domestically developed 5th-generation fighter jet, KAAN. The proposal was conveyed during a courtesy visit by…

Indonesian Defence Minister Sjafrie Sjamsoeddin has handed over 700 Maung MV3 special vehicles, produced by PT Pindad, to the Indonesian National Armed Forces (TNI) and the National Police (Polri) for…

Indonesian Defence Minister Sjafrie Sjamsoeddin has handed over 700 Maung MV3 special vehicles, produced by PT Pindad, to the Indonesian National Armed Forces (TNI) and the National Police (Polri) for…

The Indonesian Navy (TNI Angkatan Laut / TNI AL) has launched the service's second Bung Karno-class corvette, KRI Bung Hatta (370), at PT Karimun Anugrah Sejati (PT KAS) in Batam.…

Indonesia is proceeding with its plan to acquire Russian-made Sukhoi Su-35 fighter jets, according to Brigadier General TNI Frega Wenas, Head of the Defence Information Bureau at the Indonesian Ministry…

Turkish defence company Roketsan has signed a joint venture (JV) agreement with Indonesia’s PT Republikorp to establish a missile production facility in the Southeast Asian country. The agreement was signed…

Indonesia and Turkiye have strengthened their defence cooperation with the signing of a Joint Venture (JV) agreement between Turkish company Baykar Makina, and Indonesian defence industry holding company PT Republik…

India's growing defence export capabilities present opportunities for Indonesia, which is modernising its military and strengthening its defence capabilities. With New Delhi's increasing focus on exporting high-value defence equipment, several…

In December 2024, Integrated Surveillance and Defense (ISD), in partnership with the U.S. Naval Air Systems Command (NAVAIR) and Indonesian agencies, successfully completed the Critical Design Review (CDR) for the…

The Indonesian Air Force (TNI-AU) is set to receive six Rafale fighter jets from France in 2026, Air Chief Marshal Mohamad Tonny Harjono said in Jakarta on Monday (Feb. 3).…

A renaming ceremony was held at Fincantieri’s Muggiano shipyard on Wednesday (Jan. 29) for two Multipurpose Combat Ships / Pattugliatore Polivalente d'Altura (MPCS / PPA) built at the company’s Riva…

Kongsberg Maritime has secured a contract to deliver propulsion and manoeuvring systems for two new KCR-70 Fast Attack Craft (FAC) being built for the Indonesian Navy. The vessels are under…

Fly Jaya, a new entrant in Indonesia’s aviation industry operated by PT Surya Mataram Nusantara, is set to launch domestic flights with a focus on connecting underserved regions across the…

The first Airbus A400M aircraft for the Indonesian Air Force (TNI-AU) has entered the Final Assembly Line in Seville, Spain. This marks a significant step towards its scheduled delivery by…

Indonesian state-owned airport operator PT Angkasa Pura Indonesia, operating under the brand InJourney Airports, reported a notable rise in passenger traffic across its 37 managed airports in 2024. As quoted…

Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba and Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto have confirmed their commitment to strengthening bilateral defence and security cooperation. During a meeting on Saturday (Jan. 11) in Bogor,…

Admiral Dinesh K Tripathi, Chief of Naval Staff of the Indian Navy, met with Admiral Muhammad Ali, Chief of Staff of the Indonesian Navy, and Indonesian Defence Minister Sjafrie Sjamsoeddin…

Admiral Muhammad Ali, Chief of Staff of the Indonesian Navy, officiated the delivery and commissioning of two locally manufactured Dorang-class warships, KRI Hampala-880 and KRI Lumba-Lumba-881, during a ceremony held…

Embraer and PT Dirgantara Indonesia, Indonesia's leading aerospace company, have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) aimed at growing collaboration in commercial aviation. The MoU was signed at the Indonesia-Brazil…

North Sea Boats, the global trade name for the privately owned Indonesian company PT Lundin Industry Invest, recently revealed construction progress on a new type of fast missile boat for…

The Indonesian Ministry of Defence has begun construction on the first of two new 70 m Fast Missile Craft or KCR-70M in partnership with Turkiye’s TAIS Shipyards, with the project…

PT Dirgantara Indonesia (PTDI) has delivered its sixth NC212i aircraft to the Indonesian Air Force (TNI AU) as part of a nine-aircraft procurement contract with the Ministry of Defence, aiming…

BBN Airlines Indonesia, a new entrant in the country’s aviation sector, has officially commenced operations after receiving its Air Operation Certificate (AOC) for commercial passenger flights from the Indonesian Directorate…

Indonesia's defence industry, represented by DefendID, is making strides at ADAS 2024 in Manila, continuing its mission to promote homegrown military products on the global stage. DefendID, a state-owned company…

Indonesia and the Philippines, two Southeast Asian neighbours, share a strong defence and security partnership shaped by their maritime interests and regional stability. Over the years, their defence relationship has…

Boeing has projected a significant rise in Indonesia’s aviation sector, as highlighted in its 2024 Commercial Market Outlook (CMO). With Southeast Asia's air travel industry expected to expand rapidly over…

The Indonesian Ministry of Defence has officially launched two offshore patrol vessels (OPVs) for the Indonesian Navy: the KRI Raja Haji Fisabilillah (391) on Wednesday (Sept. 18) and the KRI…

Boeing has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Angkasa Pura Indonesia to explore initiatives aimed at enhancing airport operations across the country. The focus will be on improving safety…

The Indonesian Navy is exploring interim submarine options from several countries to temporarily boost its fleet while awaiting the arrival of two new Scorpene Evolved submarines from France's Naval Group,…

Vaisala has been awarded a EUR 25 million contract to enhance safety and weather resilience at 14 airports in Indonesia. The project, in collaboration with the Indonesian Agency for Meteorology,…

In a major step to enhance defence collaboration between Indonesia and Turkiye, Indonesian Defence Minister Prabowo Subianto and Haluk Görgün, Secretary of the Turkish Defence Industry Agency, along with senior…

Turkish Aerospace Industries (TAI) has officially inaugurated its new office in Bandung, West Java, on Sunday, 25th August. The company announced that the establishment of this office is aimed at…

The Bali International Airshow 2024 is set to mark Indonesia's return to the global airshow scene after three decades, underscoring the country's expanding role in the aerospace and defence sectors.…

The Indonesian Air Force (TNI AU) is set to procure Bayraktar TB2 combat drones from Turkiye, according to a recent announcement by Marshal Mohammad Tonny Harjono, the Chief of the…

The Indonesian Navy (TNI AL) has dispatched one of its senior officers to Italy to oversee the delivery of its first PPA (Pattugliatore Polivalente d'Altura - Multipurpose Offshore Patrol Vessel)…

China has proposed supplying the Type 052D destroyer to the Indonesian Navy (TNI AL) as part of a broader effort to sell its S26T submarine, originally intended for Thailand, complete…

The Indonesian Navy (TNI AL) launched two new Dorang-class patrol vessels in Serang, Banten province, on Friday (Jul. 12). Constructed by PT Caputra Mitra Sejati (PT CMS), a privately-owned shipbuilding…

Indonesia is set to deploy missiles around strategic choke points along its sea lanes, as announced by the Acting Secretary General of the Indonesian Ministry of Defence, Donny Ermawan Taufanto,…

Garuda Indonesia (GIA) and Singapore Airlines (SIA) received the green light from the Competition and Consumer Commission of Singapore (CCCS) for their commercial joint venture agreement on Friday (Jul. 5).…

The China State Shipbuilding Corporation (CSSC) has reportedly proposed its S26T submarine to the Indonesian Navy (TNI AL). This submarine is the same vessel that CSSC has constructed for the…

The Indonesian Navy (TNI Angkatan Laut/TNI AL) is set to enhance its Military Sealift Command (Komando Lintas Laut Militer/Kolinlamil) by acquiring additional Landing Platform Dock (LPD) and Landing Ship Tank…

PT Dirgantara Indonesia (PTDI) and PT Intercrus Aero Indonesia have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) in Bandung on Wednesday (Jun. 12). The signatories were Moh. Arif Faisal, Director of…

AirAsia Indonesia is set to connect Bali (Denpasar) and Cairns, the gateway of Tropical North Queensland, with three weekly flights. The new service is scheduled to start from 14 August…

PT PAL Indonesia conducted a steel-cutting ceremony for the Red-White Frigate (Indonesian: Fregat Merah Putih / FMP) at its facility in Surabaya, East Java on Wednesday (Jun 5). This event…

The Indonesian Air Force (TNI Angkatan Udara / TNI AU) received its fifth and final C-130J Super Hercules aircraft at Halim Perdanakusuma Air Force Base (AFB) today. This delivery marks…

The Indonesian Navy (TNI AL) has dispatched 1,380 personnel to partake in the Cooperation Afloat Readiness and Training 2024 (CARAT 2024) joint exercise from May 13 to May 20 in…

The Indonesian Navy (TNI AL) is planning a procurement program for interim submarines to augment its fleet while awaiting the completion of work on two Scorpene class submarines. Admiral Muhammad…

The Indonesian Navy (Tentara Nasional Indonesia Angkatan Laut / TNI AL) recently launched two Pari-class patrol vessels. Constructed by PT Citra Shipyard on Batam island, the ships, named KRI Butana…

Malaysia’s Lumut Naval Shipyard Sdn Bhd (LUNAS) inked a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Indonesian shipbuilder PT PAL Indonesia at the ongoing show. The two companies have entered into a…

In what might appear as a step toward the announcement of the winning bid, the Commander of the Royal Malaysian Navy (RMN), Admiral Tan Sri Abdul Rahman bin Ayob, embarked…

Integrated Surveillance and Defense (ISD) has been awarded a contract by the U.S. Naval Air Warfare Center Aircraft Division (NAWCAD), for the Indonesian Navy's (TNI-AL) Maritime Patrol Aircraft (MPA) mission…

The Indonesian Navy (TNI Angkatan Laut - TNI AL) aims to enhance its operational capabilities between 2025 and 2044 with an ambitious procurement plan. This initiative includes acquiring Maritime Patrol…

The first of two Fincantieri-built PPA (Pattugliatore Polivalente d'Altura - offshore multi-purpose patrol vessel) for the Indonesian Navy is expected to arrive in October 2024, with the second ship anticipated…

The Indonesian flag carrier airline, Garuda Indonesia, unveiled plans to expand its aircraft fleet with the procurement of eight new planes slated for delivery throughout 2024 on Tuesday (Apr. 2).…

France’s Naval Group and Indonesian state-owned shipyard PT PAL signed a contract with the Indonesian Ministry of Defence in Jakarta on Thursday (Mar. 28). The agreement will see PT PAL,…

Following a note exchange between Japan's Foreign Minister Kamikawa Yoko and her Indonesian counterpart Retno Marsudi in Tokyo in December last year, the Japanese ambassador for Indonesia, Masaki Yasushi, has…

Fincantieri and the Indonesian Ministry of Defence signed a 1.18-billion-euro contract for the supply of two Thaon di Revel-class Multipurpose Offshore Patrol Vessel (OPV) ships on Thursday (Mar. 28). These…

The Indonesian Navy (TNI-AL) commenced the steel-cutting ceremony for its inaugural Kapal Cepat Rudal (KCR / Fast Missile Boat) of a new variant at the Palindo Marine shipyard in Batam…

The Indonesian Army's 13th Cavalry Battalion has officially welcomed nine Harimau tanks into its arsenal. The induction ceremony took place on Tuesday (Mar. 19), marking a significant addition to the…

Indonesia’s Directorate General of Civil Aviation, Ministry of Transportation (Kemenhub), has awarded BBN Airlines Indonesia an additional Air Operation Certificate (AOC) for commercial passenger flights. In a statement received in…

Garuda Indonesia, Indonesia's national airline, plans to ramp up its international and domestic flight operations from its Jakarta and Denpasar hubs by the end of March 2024. Additionally, the airline…

The Indonesian Army (TNI-AD) has taken delivery of a significant number of new Armored Fighting Vehicles (AFVs) during a high-level leadership meeting convened between the Indonesian Armed Forces (TNI) and…

"Airmen Hit Singapore's Skies Again: Jupiter Aerobatic Team Practices First Singapore Airshow 2024." The Indonesian Air Force’s Jupiter Aerobatic Team (JAT), known as the "Nation's Ambassadors in the Air," hit…

Indonesia’s Nusantara Capital Authority (Otorita Ibu Kota Nusantara / OIKN) and the Indonesian Ministry of Transportation (Kementerian Perhubungan / Kemenhub) are conducting a location survey at two airports in East…

BlackSky Technology (BlackSky), an American company specializing in space-based intelligence, has won a contract with Thales Alenia Space to deliver Gen-3 Earth observation satellites, ground station capabilities, and flight operations…

Indonesia AirAsia, the Indonesian associate carrier of Malaysian AirAsia, officially reopened its flight route from Jakarta to Kota Kinabalu on Tuesday (Feb. 6). This marks the airline's first international route…

Indonesian flag carrier airline, Garuda Indonesia with codeshare partner Qatar Airways on Tuesday (Feb. 6) announced the launching of its new daily direct flight between Jakarta and Doha starting on…

Garuda Indonesia has secured first place in the “Top 20 Airlines Ranked by On-time Performance”, according to the UK-based company OAG. The Indonesian national carrier achieved an outstanding 95.28% On-Time…

The Indonesian Navy (TNI-AL) officiated the steel-cutting of its second Bung Karno-class corvette in Batam on Thursday (Jan. 25). Built by PT Karimun Anugrah Sejati shipyard, this ship will likely…

The Indonesian flag carrier airline, Garuda Indonesia, will increase the frequency of its Jakarta-Haneda flights from four times weekly to daily starting March 2024. The move is driven by the…

To provide convenience and extra services for Umrah pilgrims in the area, the Banyuwangi International Airport (BWX) in Indonesia’s East Java province will soon become the country’s newest hub for…

The Indonesian flag carrier airline, Garuda Indonesia, has introduced the first of two Pokémon-themed aircraft liveries which will serve the Jakarta-Denpasar route next month. Called Pokémon Jet GA1, the first…

During a bilateral meeting in Malacañan Palace on Wednesday (Jan. 10), Indonesian President Joko Widodo sought support from President Ferdinand “Bongbong” R. Marcos Jr. for the Philippines to purchase anti-submarine…

Following the first and second tranches for six and 18 Rafale F4 jet fighters in September 2022 and August 2023, Indonesia has now finalized the third and final tranche for…

After announcing a new route connecting three Indonesian cities recently, Lion Air has just launched two new daily direct flight routes in Indonesia which will be operational this month. The…

AirAsia, the Malaysia-based multinational low-cost airline, is offering limited-time fixed low fares for late-night flights to seven destinations in the country. The program is launched to anticipate the Chinese New…

The Indonesian Ministry of Transportation (Kementerian Perhubungan / Kemenhub) has announced that they will open 264 new pioneering flight routes for passengers in 2024. There will also be another 44…

Lion Air, the largest Indonesian low-cost airline, announced that the company will start a new route connecting three Indonesian cities. This new route will connect Bandar Lampung, Yogyakarta, and Denpasar,…

The Indonesian Ministry of Defense (Kementerian Pertahanan / Kemhan) has postponed its plan to acquire 12 Mirage 2000-5 fighter jets from the Qatar Emiri Air Force (QEAF) for the Indonesian…

The Indonesian Maritime Security Agency (Badan Keamanan Laut - Bakamla) is planning to equip its whole fleet of patrol ships with weapons. This was expressed by the head of the…

The Indonesian Air Force (Tentara Nasional Indonesia - Angkatan Udara / TNI-AU) will hold an official event to retire all of its SA330 Puma helicopters after 45 years of service.…

After months of uncertainty over Indonesia's continued involvement in the KF-21 program, the country has reached an agreement with South Korea on the payment it would have to make for…

Viettel High Technology Industries Corporation (Viettel High Tech) made an announcement on the final day of Defence & Security 2023 exhibition held in Bangkok, Thailand that it would enter the…

Not long after the last edition of ADEX, the United Arab Emirates (UAE) announced plans to purchase South Korean-made mid-range surface-to-air missiles (M-SAM), made by South Korean LIG NEX1, in…

Spectra Group, the specialist provider of secure voice, data and satellite communications systems has announced a significant order of their award-winning SlingShot satellite communications system from the Indonesian Army via…

The Republic of Indonesia and Boeing have shared their commitment to finalize the sale of 24 F-15EX aircraft to Indonesia, subject to U.S. government approval, during a visit of Indonesia’s…

MD Helicopters has appointed "JAG Aviation Group" as its exclusive helicopter sales representative for Malaysia and Indonesia. This new appointment will allow the Malaysian firm to be able to offer…

As part of the modernisation of the Indonesian Navy's Minehunters (Pulau Rengat class), Hensoldt Nexeya France has been awarded a multi-million Euro contract from the Indonesian shipyard integrator Noahtu. It…

Two brand new Indonesian Navy mine countermeasures vessels for the Indonesian Navy have been fitted with Anschütz SYNTACS systems. The shipbuilder for the contract, Abeking & Rasmussen selected Anschütz to…

The Indonesian Ministry of Defense (Kementerian Pertahanan / Kemhan) will acquire an unknown quantity of Turkish-made Baykar’s Bayraktar TB2 and TAI’s Anka Unmanned Combat Aerial Vehicles (UCAVs). This acquisition will…

Indonesian contract for two Airbus A400M military transport aircraft is now in full effect, according to Airbus Defence’s official social media account on Monday (Dec. 12). Signed during the Dubai…

There is a strong Indonesian presence at the ongoing show with Indonesian firms showcasing their defence innovations at the show. The Ministry of Defence of the Republic of Indonesia is…

The Indonesian Navy (TNI-AL) will refurbish and modernize nine of its old warships, said TNI-AL Chief of Staff, Admiral Yudo Margono. The refurbishment program which will be taken by the…

Speaking after a meeting with the US Secretary of Defense, Lloyd J. Austin III in Jakarta on Monday (Nov. 21), the Indonesian Defense Minister, Prabowo Subianto, said that the negotiation…

A Combat Boat D-18 made by PT Tesco Indomaritim (Tesco), an Indonesian privately owned shipyard, was put under trial by the Indonesian Navy (TNI Angkatan Laut / TNI-AL) at Jakarta…

The Indonesian Air Force (TNI-AU) is likely to acquire 12 ex-Qatar Emiri Air Force (QEAF) Mirage 2000-5 jet fighters. According to official sources, this is being taken as a stopgap…

French President Emmanuel Macron stated that France is advancing warplane and submarine cooperation with Indonesia during the Asia Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) summit in Bangkok, Thailand on Thursday (Nov. 17).…

PT Daya Radar Utama (PT DRU), an Indonesian privately owned shipyard, laid keels for the Indonesian Navy’s two newest Offshore Patrol Vessels (OPVs). The event was held at the company’s…

Italian electronic defence leader, Elettronica has announced its first defence contract with Indonesia. Elettronica will equip two Indonesian Navy 90m Offshore Patrol Vessels (OPV) currently under construction at PT Daya…

Leonardo has announced the selection of its Marlin 40 naval remote weapon system for two Indonesian Navy PC60 fast patrol boats currently under construction at PT Caputra Mitra Sejati shipyard.…

EDGE Group’s Naval Arm Abu Dhabi Ship Building (ADSB) has entered into an MoU with PT PAL Indonesia at the ongoing show to establish the framework for building ADSB’s high-end…

Collins Aerospace’s Flight2 aftermarket avionics solution, which delivers the most cost-effective and lowest-risk CNS/ATM upgrade solution has been selected for the modernisation of the Indonesian Air Force’s C-130 military transport…

IEC Telecom, an international satellite service operator, is participating at the ongoing show with an eye on expanding its presence in the Indonesian market. The company is now offering satellite-based…

Collins Aerospace and PT Dirgantara Indonesia (PTDI) will work together to modernize the Indonesian Air Force C-130 military transport aircraft as part of its Phase 2 rollout plan. Eleven C-130…

The Indo Defence 2022 expo marked a new achievement for Turkish defence firms. With one of the largest delegations in one of the largest defence expos in Southeast Asia, Turkish…

India’s state-owned defence public sector undertaking (DPSU), Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL) is showcasing its strengths and capabilities in the field of strategic electronics at the ongoing Indo Defence Expo &…

The Spanish firm ESCRIBANO Mechanical & Engineering (EM&E) announced a contract for the supply of its GUARDIAN 1.5 remote weapon station to the Indonesian Army Motorized Brigade at the ongoing…

UK defence technology specialist SEA, and BTI Defence, the leading Indonesian defence procurement company have entered into a strategic partnership to provide the Indonesian Ministry of Defence (MOD) and Navy…

Indonesia’s growing indigenous defence capability is on display at the ongoing Indo Defence, with various new systems and upgrades to existing platforms on display. At the outdoor static display, a…

Nexter is growing its partnership with Indonesia and will seek to build on recent successes to further grow its portfolio of products with the Indian armed forces. Nexter’s know-how covers…

The ongoing cooperation between Indonesia and France in the maritime space is centered on the former’s intent to acquire the Scorpene conventional attack submarine (SSK). Indonesia has decided to reinforce…

Having bagged Indonesia as the first export customer for its Arrowhead 140 Frigate (AH140) design, UK aerospace, defence and security company, Babcock is looking at replicating this success in the…

Indonesia's defence equipment procurement programs have seen a boost, since Prabowo Subianto began serving as the Indonesian Minister of Defence in 2019. With his ambitious plans to modernize Indonesia's military…

The Indonesian Navy has contracted Terma for supply of C-Guard Decoy Launching Systems for one Multi-Role Light Frigate (MRLF) and two additional KCR-60 Fast Attack Craft. The new orders follow…

Indonesia’s state-owned enterprise, PT Dirgantara Indonesia (PTDI) also known as Indonesian Aerospace (IAe) is one of the largest aerospace firms in the Southeast Asia region. PTDI is showcasing its aerospace…

Scoot, the low-cost arm of Singapore Airlines, announced new routes and resumption of flights to several Indonesian cities starting this month. It will also add more flights to destinations in…

Indonesian state-owned company PT Dahana released a specification of the Rajata loitering munition prototype, as reported by an Indonesian defense blog. The company introduced the drone on 22 July this…

The Indonesian Ministry of Defense (Kementerian Pertahanan/Kemhan) recently paid around USD1.3 billion to Dassault Aviation for six Rafale F3R jet fighters, French media La Tribune reported on Tuesday (Sept. 20).…

The Indonesian Army (TNI-AD) has begun field testing a new electric motorbike prototype in Bandung, West Java. Made by PT Eltran Indonesia, a subsidiary of state-owned PT LEN Industri, the…

Indonesia will no longer pursue the development of the Elang Hitam drone as a military platform, said the Chairman of the National Research and Innovation Agency (BRIN), Laksana Tri Handoko…

Malaysia is negotiating to acquire between 16 to 18 EVA Self-Propelled Howitzers (SPH) units from Slovakia, according to a report from the Institute for Central Europe (ICE), a Slovakian think-tank…

FL Technics Indonesia, a subsidiary of Lithuanian MRO provider FL Technics, has been certified by the Indonesian Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) for Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul services of…

DHL Group has seen its business in Indonesia strengthen in the pandemic and has further plans for growth and investment in the archipelago. "The pandemic made clear that logistics matters…

Indonesian state-owned shipyard PT PAL launched the second Sudirohusodo-class ship for the Indonesian Navy (TNI-AL), KRI dr. Radjiman Wedyodiningrat (992) at Surabaya, East Java on Monday (Aug. 15). The launch…

The Indonesian Navy (TNI-AL) recently commissioned KRI Teluk Calang (524), its latest Teluk Bintuni-class “Landing Ship, Tank” or LST. "Today KRI Teluk Calang officially enters the ranks of the Indonesian…

The first C-130J-30 Super Hercules military transport aircraft for the Indonesian Air Force (TNI-AU) rolled out from Lockheed Martin’s assembly line, as shown on the company’s social media account on…

After replacing its 40 mm caliber main gun with a Bofors 57 mm L/70 Mk.3, the Indonesian Navy (TNI-AL) is in the final stage of installing the Exocet MM40 Block…

The Indonesian Air Force (TNI-AU) decided to temporarily ground its fleet of T-50i jet trainers following a fatal crash at Blora, Central Java on Monday evening (18 July). The decision…

Indonesia's BPPT and Turkiye's SAGE have agreed to jointly develop a modular air-to-surface missile (ASM) to arm the future Indonesian-made Elang Hitam Medium Altitude, Long Endurance Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (MALE…

Batik Air Malaysia will start flying four new daily round trip routes between Indonesia and India via Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia starting on 1 August 2022. "Along with the recovery of…

South Korean defense firm Hanwha Defense signed a contract to deliver 25 Barracuda 4x4 Armored Personnel Carrier (APC) to the Indonesian National Police in 2024. The contract was signed on…

MJets Limited (MJets) signed an agreement with Sersol Berhad (Sersol) on 30 June to launch private jet services in both Malaysia and Indonesia. Under the agreement, the two companies will…

As part of the official visit by the Indonesian Defense Minister, Prabowo Subianto to the United Arab Emirates (UAE), three Indonesian state-owned enterprises (SOE) have signed defense collaboration agreements with…

PTDI has delivered a CN-235 MPA (Maritime Patrol Aircraft) and two AS565 MBe Panther ASW (Anti-Submarine Warfare) helicopters to the Indonesian Ministry of Defense on Wednesday (15 June). These aircraft…

AirAsia Indonesia, a subsidiary of the Malaysian multinational low-cost airline AirAsia, reopened its Bali-Perth route on Sunday (15 May) after being suspended for more than two years due to the…

Naval Group recently forwarded a proposal to the Indonesian government to build two Scorpene submarines wholly in Indonesia if the company wins the US$2.7 billion contract in the submarine acquisition…

Indonesian firm PT Len Industri and Thales have inked a strategic partnership agreement for further collaboration on a wide array of defence-related topics including radars, military satellites, electronic warfare, UAVs…

The President of the Republic of Indonesia, Joko Widodo (Jokowi), has officially launched “Defence Industry Indonesia”, shortened as “DEFEND ID”, as a holding company consisting of five Indonesian State-Owned Enterprises…

RGA-Black Stone Airlines, a newcomer in the Indonesian aviation business, officially started its business in the country after having its inaugural flight departing on Wednesday last week (Mar. 30). The…

PT PAL Indonesia has confirmed that the construction of the sixth Sampari-class Fast AttackCraft (FAC) for the Indonesian Navy (TNI-AL) is nearing completion, Monday (Mar. 28). Thelaunching and commissioning ceremony…

Turkey’s FNSS has delivered the initial Kaplan MT Modern Medium Weight Tanks (MMWTs) to the Indonesian Army, marking the first foreign sale of the Turkish defence industry in tank class.…

The Indonesian Navy (TNI-AL) has commissioned two PC 60 patrol boats, KRI Dorang (874), and KRI Bawal (875) at Serang, Banten province on Monday (March 21). Built by PT Caputra…

FNSS is preparing to ship Kaplan Medium Tanks to Indonesia next week. The Turkish defense company will hold a ceremony on March 15th to mark the delivery of the tanks,…

The Indonesian Navy (TNI-AL) commissioned KRI Teluk Palu (523), the service’s eighth Teluk Bintuni-class Landing Ship, at PT Daya Radar Utama (PT DRU) shipyard, Bandar Lampung, on Wednesday (March 9).…

The Indonesian Navy (TNI-AL) has officially started the construction of its third PC 60 patrol craft at PT Karimun Anugrah Sejati shipyard, Batam Island, Riau Islands province. The first two…

Five Indonesian State-Owned Enterprises (SOEs) in the defense sector have officially formed a holding company called "Defend ID". PT Dirgantara Indonesia (PTDI), PT PAL Indonesia (PT PAL), PT Pindad and…

The Indonesian Army (TNI-AD) received its ninth and final Bell 412EPI today (Feb. 24), fourteen months after the first aircraft was delivered in December 2020. The aircraft was directly flown…

The U.S State Department on Thursday approved the potential sale of 36 F-15EX Eagle II jet fighters, including related supports and spare parts, to Indonesia. The deal is estimated to…

Indonesia has become the latest country to buy Rafale jet fighters after signing an initial contract for six of the French-made combat aircraft in Jakarta on Feb. 10. Indonesia will…

The Indonesian Navy (TNI-AL) is eyeing the Naval Strike Missile (NSM) from Norway’s Kongsberg Defence & Aerospace to arm its current and future fast missile boats. Apart from navy officials,…

The Indonesian government has started opening international flights to Bali with the arrival of a Garuda Indonesia flight at I Gusti Ngurah Rai Airport from Narita, Japan on Friday (Feb.…

Indonesia is considering the procurement of Turkey-made UAVs as well as setting up a joint project to design and produce UAV with Turkey in the future. On Jan. 30, Indonesia…

The Indonesian Defence Minister, Prabowo Subianto, has stated that the contract for Rafale jet fighters acquisition “Just needs to be activated” and that Indonesia is still negotiating with the United…

Nigeria’s National Agency for Science and Engineering Infrastructure (NASENI) plans to purchase N-219 aircraft, two helicopters and hangar equipment from Indonesia's state-owned aerospace company PT Dirgantara Indonesia (PTDI) . During…

The Indonesian Navy (TNI-AL) has commissioned its first Sudirohusodo-class hospital ship, KRI dr. Wahidin Sudirohusodo (991), and its first Klewang-class stealth Fast Attack Craft (FAC) KRI Golok (688). The commissioning…

The Chief of Staff of the Indonesian Air Force (TNI-AU), Marshall Fadjar Prasetyo has confirmed that the government has dropped its plan to purchase 11 Russian-made Su-35 fighter jets in…

Indonesia’s Infoglobal and state-owned aircraft manufacturer PT Dirgantara Indonesia (PTDI) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to integrate Infoglobal’s Maritime Surveillance Aircraft (MSA) mission system with PTDI’s N-219 aircraft.…

The Indonesian Navy (TNI-AL) took delivery of two Bell 505 helicopters in Sidoarjo, East Java, on Dec. 8. Also known as the Jet Ranger X, the helicopters have been assigned…

South Korea and Indonesia on Thursday concluded talks to solve the late payment from the Indonesian side in the KF-21/IF-X joint jet fighter project between the two nations. According to…

Indonesian Navy (TNI-AL) has commissioned two new Teluk Bintuni-class tank landing ships, commonly known as “Landing Ship, Tank” (LST), in a ceremony held at PT Bandar Abadi Shipyard in Batam,…

Terma will supply Electronic Warfare (EW) systems for six combat vessels of the Indonesian Navy (TNI-AL). All of these six vessels will be fitted with Terma’s C-Flex Patrol system which…

Indonesian state-owned aircraft manufacturer PTDI on Wednesday concluded a successful flight test on the company’s CN-235-220 FTB (Flying Test Bed) by using biofuel to power both of the aircraft’s turboprop…

PT PAL Indonesia (PT PAL), the Indonesian state-owned enterprise in the shipbuilding industry, has announced its plan to build two Babcock’s Arrowhead 140 (AH140) frigates for the Indonesian Navy. The…

Babcock has secured the first export contract for its Arrowhead 140 (AH140) frigate through a design licence agreement with PT PAL Indonesia (Persero), a state-owned enterprise that builds and maintains…

Australia will donate fifteen units of Bushmaster Protected Mobility Vehicle (PMV) to support the Indonesian peacekeeping force under the United Nations. Indonesia will also procure more Bushmaster PMVs from Australia…

The Indonesian Air Force (Tentara Nasional Indonesia - Angkatan Udara / TNI-AU) is likely to receive the first of six new C-130J-30 Super Hercules by the end of the year.…

Indonesian flag carrier airline Garuda Indonesia is currently testing the IATA Travel Pass implementation on one of its international routes. The trial’s first phase commenced on Aug. 30 and will…

PT DRU (Daya Radar Utama) on Thursday started the construction of two ships in the Offshore Patrol Vessels (OPV) class for the Indonesian Navy in the company’s shipyard in Bandar…

PT Lundin Industry Invest (PT Lundin), an Indonesian private shipbuilding company, on Saturday launched KRI Golok (688) for the Indonesian Navy (TNI-AL) in Banyuwangi, East Java. The ship will be…

PT Dahana, an Indonesian state-owned enterprise in explosives Research and Development (R&D) and manufacturing, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) and an Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA) with Schlumberger Geophysics Nusantara…

After several changes following a series of trials in Turkey and Indonesia, the joint Modern Medium Weight Tank (MMWT) project between Turkey’s FNSS and Indonesian state-owned enterprise PT. PINDAD is…

Korps Pasukan Khas (Paskhas), the special forces corps of the Indonesian Air Force (TNI-AU), recently has received an undisclosed number of P6 ATAV V3 assault vehicles. Designed and built by…

The Indonesian Ministry of Finance (Kemenkeu) has approved a US$5.8 billion foreign loan in the current 2021 financial year for the Indonesian Armed Forces (TNI) and the Indonesian Ministry of…

Aercap Ireland Limited (Aercap), one of the lessors for Garuda Indonesia’s aircraft, agreeing to withdraw its bankruptcy lawsuit against the Indonesian flag carrier. With the airline signing a Global Side…

Super Air Jet, Indonesia’s newest Low Cost Carrier (LCC), will soon have its inaugural flight after receiving its Air Operator Certificate (AOC) from the Indonesian Directorate General of Civil Aviation…

Indonesian Aerospace (IAe), or PT Dirgantara Indonesia (PTDI) in Indonesian, has completed a delivery of two Bell 412EPI helicopters to the Indonesian Army Aviation Command (Puspenerbad). The helicopters, delivered on…

The Indonesian Air Force (TNI-AU) will soon receive six more T-50i Lead-In Fighter Trainer (LIFT) aircraft following the signing of a contract between the Indonesian Ministry of Defense (Kemhan) and…

The Indonesian Navy (TNI-AL) will soon acquire a replacement submarine after the loss of a Type 209 submarine KRI Nanggala (402) with all of its crew in April. After consultations…

PT Len Industri, an Indonesian state-owned enterprise, is preparing to build a radar manufacturing facility before the end of the year. The first product of the facility will be a…

Indonesian Navy (TNI-AL) commissioned a new tank transporter ship KRI Teluk Youtefa (522) at Tanjung Priok, North Jakarta on Monday. Also known as Landing Ship Tank or LST, the ship…

The Indonesian Army (TNI-AD) has conducted a certification test for a range of infantry grenades and anti-tank weapons manufactured by Spanish company Instalaza. The company’s Alhambra Hand Grenade and FTV…

Due to the sharp increase in COVID-19 infections over the  past month and the government-mandated emergency restrictions between July 3-20 for Java and Bali islands, five Indonesian airlines are offering…

While Fincantieri will build in Italy the first three of the six FREMM frigates that the company will deliver to the Indonesian Navy, the other three will be built in…

Italian shipbuilding conglomerate Fincantieri has announced the award of a contract from the Ministry of Defense of Indonesia, for the supply of 6 FREMM Warships and the modernization and sale of…

The contract for 11 Sukhoi Su-35 multi-role fighters for the Indonesian Air Force (TNI-AU) is still in effect, a Russian defense official has said. The clarification by Dmitry Shugaev, head…

The Sampari-class Off-shore Patrol Vessel (OPV) KRI Tombak (629) of the Indonesian Navy (TNI-AL) recently underwent a retrofit process in Surabaya to replace its main gun with Russian-made AU-220M 57…

Terma has been awarded a contract to supply a Scanter 6002 radar for the latest Indonesian Navy’s Hospital Assistance Ship (BRS). The radar delivery is planned for June 2021. The…

To stay within the “Three Principles on Transfer of Defense Equipment and Technology” that was adopted in 2014,  Japan has proposed joint production of its  stealthy multi-mission FFM30 frigates with…

Indonesia's Antasena “Tank Boat” has successfully passed a series of sea and firing trials. The final tests, which were performed in the sea off the coast of Paiton, East Java,…

Small debris and personal crew artifacts believed to be from  KRI Nanggala (402) were recovered from the sea on Saturday as Indonesia officially declared that the missing submarine has sunk.…

Two days after Indonesian Navy (TNI-AL) submarine KRI Nanggala (402) was declared missing, no less than 26 ships  are involved in one of the largest search and rescue efforts in…

KRI Nanggala (402), a Type 209/1300 submarine of the Indonesian Navy (TNI-AL), is reportedly missing around 95 km North off coast of Bali Island on Wednesday. The submarine, with  53…

The Indonesian Air Force (TNI-AU) has received the first batch of AR-2 air to ground missiles to arm their fleet of Chinese-made CH-4B unmanned combat aerial vehicle (UCAV). It is…

Indonesia firm Derazona Helicopters has placed an order with Airbus Helicopters for a H160, launching the new rotorcraft in the country’s oil and gas sector.Indonesia “This new order is a…

In a video posted on social media last week, PT Lundin Industry Invest has revealed what appears to be the first prototype of the X-18 Tank Boat, also known as…

PT Pindad of Indonesia is preparing to export some of its defence products to countries such as Thailand, Bangladesh and United States. The Indonesian state-owned enterprise,  which specializes in designing…

Terma has established itself in Indonesia with the opening of PT Terma Technologies Indonesia. The expansion emphasizes the company’s focus on the country, where it will pursue business opportunities within…

The Indonesian defence ministry is currently considering four candidates for its next frigate surface warship. The four options being considered are Italy’s FREMM from Fincantieri, United Kingdom’s Arrowhead 140 from…

The Indonesian Navy (TNI-AL) officially commissioned its third Nagapasa class attack submarine, KRI Alugoro (405), at Surabaya, East Java, on Wednesday. KRI Alugoro is the first submarine to be locally…

Leonardo has announced the delivery of an AW109 Trekker light twin to FlyKomala of Indonesia, marking the entrance of the type into the country’s helicopter market. The aircraft will be…

Indonesia's indigenously developed 'Black Eagle' Medium Altitude Long Endurance (MALE) Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) is to make its first flight in August this year, an official of PT Dirgantara Indonesia…

Indonesia is planning to buy 36 French-made Rafale and 15 U.S. made F-15EX jet fighters in the next three years. Indonesian Air Force (TNI-AU) Chief of Staff, Air Chief Marshal…

The Indonesian Air Force (TNI-AU) has received the first of nine NC-212i transport aircraft manufactured by PT. Dirgantara Indonesia (PTDI) . The new aircraft was flown directly from  Bandung, West…

PT PAL Indonesia, the state owned enterprise in the shipbuilding industry, on Thursday launched the first purposely-designed, domestically-built hospital auxiliary ship (Indonesian: kapal BRS - Bantu Rumah Sakit) for the…

The U.S. has indicated that it is willing to sell the newest F- 15 and F/A-18 fighter jet types to Indonesia. Details of the potential purchase emerged during a recent…

Indonesia is in "advanced stage" of discussions with France for the purchase 36 Rafale fighter jets, Florence Parly,  France's Minister of Defense, has said. The Minister's comments came during a…

The Indonesian Navy (TNI-AL) has received two new indigenous Landing Ship Tank (LST) transport ships in the same class as the already commissioned KRI Teluk Bintuni (520) and KRI Teluk…

The research and development department of the Indonesian Ministry of Defence (Balitbang Kemhan) and PT. LAPI ITB have successfully demonstrated the first prototype of a mobile passive radar system. The…

The Indonesian Ministry of Defence (MoD) is currently evaluating BrahMos, an India-Russia joint venture supersonic anti-ship cruise missile, as well as Boeing P-8 Poseidon Maritime Patrol Aircraft. If approved by…

Indonesian flag carrier Garuda Indonesia has launched three new routes to popular tourist destinations. The carrier now operates round trips between Surabaya-Labuan Bajo, Surabaya-Batam-Medan and Solo-Denpasar. "The launching of these…

Indonesian flag carrier Garuda Indonesia is planning to open another cargo flight route after establishing two weekly routes between Makassar-Singapore and Manado-Narita. "God willing, soon we will open a special…

Indonesia has revised its timetable on the Elang Hitam (Black Eagle) unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) and now wants to achieve its goal of developing it as an Unmanned Combat Aerial…

Indonesia will soon acquire eight MV-22 Block C Osprey tiltrotor aircraft and related equipment from the U.S. at an estimated cost of US$2 billion. The State Department has made a…

Damen Shipyards Group and its partner PT PAL recently completed installation and testing of combat systems to the second of the Indonesian Ministry of Defence’s SIGMA 10514 Perusak Kawal Rudal…

According to a comprehensive ranking of the world’s largest airlines and airports for on-time performance (OTP), Garuda Indonesia takes the top spot globally and regionally with an impressive OTP of…

Indonesia has contracted Leonardo for the supply of the RAT 31 DL / M medium range radar. The radar will be used by the Indonesian Air Force’s air defence network.…

PT Pindad (Persero) has completed the certification requirements for the grant of the Indonesian Type Certificate for the Harimau Medium Tank. The new Indonesian medium battle tank is being jointly…

Garuda Indonesia has received its first A330-900. This new generation widebody aircraft is the first of 14 A330-900s ordered by the airline. The airline currently operates 24 A330 Family aircraft…

Denmark-based Terma has been awarded the contract for delivery of a complete C-Series Combat Suite for four KCR-60 vessels of the Indonesian Navy (TNI-AL). The contract was officially signed in…

Indonesia has become the first export customer for the Russian BMP-3F Armoured Personnel Carrier (APC), following the conclusion of a contract between JSC Rosoboronexport (part of the Rostec State Corporation)…

Indonesia and Mexico will work toward having a formal defence cooperation agreement, Prof. Dr. Ir. Bondan Tiara Sofyan, Director General of Defence Potential, Indonesia, told Daily News. “The proposed defence…

Indonesia Defense Minister Ryamizard Ryacudu commissioned a submarine assembled by the nation's dockyard under a contract with South Korea on Thursday, completing the collaboration that builds three submarines for Indonesia.…

A variant of Denmark's Iver Huitfeldt class has emerged as a front-runner in Indonesia's USD720 million two-frigate acquisition programme. The Indonesian Ministry of Defence (MoD) has been exploring the possibility…

Indonesia’s largest airport operator is looking to spend billions of dollars to build a new facility in Jakarta and upgrade the existing one to cater to an unprecedented travel boom and…

The Indonesian Air Force has ordered eight additional twin-engine multirole H225M helicopters as part of the country’s fleet-strengthening initiative for a combat search and rescue-capable fleet.   Under the agreement…

Russian defence export agency, Rosoboronexport is displaying 200-plus pieces of military equipment at the ongoing Indo Defence 2018 expo. “Arms market in South-East Asia is top on the priority list…

A model of a new medium range surface to surface strategic cruise missile called as the Rudal Petir Tahap II-IV, is on display at an Indonesian Ministry of Defence pavilion…

A new Armoured Amphibious Assault Vehicle (AAAV) could potentially be the answer for a replacement for Indonesia’s AAV7 vehicles. FNSS is developing and producing the new vehicles and the first…

“My ambition is to have an Indonesian Combat Management System and I truly believe that this can be achieved within the next 2 years.” Daily News caught up with Erik-Jan…

Indonesia is continuing ahead with its ambitious plans to partner with South Korea for the 4.5 generation KF-X/IF-X programme. Daily News spoke with Nurkaswiyanto, Chief Engineer IF-X, Technology Centre Division,…

Spanish armaments manufacturer EXPAL is making the Indo Defence show debut for its new EXPAL Integrated Mortar System (EIMOS) system which mounts an 81 mm mortar (interchangeable with 60 mm)…

Terma has bagged additional Indonesian orders for supply of SCANTER 2202 radars and 18ft antennas for Vessel Traffic Management operations in two Indonesian Seaports - Port of Tarakan and Port…

The 8th edition of Indo Defence 2018, now underway is a showcase of growing Indonesian defence capability, which has seen firms in the country being involved in the development of…

The Indonesian Government, the Royal Malaysian Air Force (RMAF) and the Airbus Foundation have been working together to support humanitarian relief efforts in Palu, Indonesia with the deployment of a…

FL Technics has earned Federal Aviation Association (FAA) Part-145 Air Repair Station certification at Jakarta’s Soekarno-Hatta International Airport. The certificate allows FL Technics Indonesia to provide MRO services for aircraft…

Japan Airlines and Garuda Indonesia have signed a strategic partnership agreement.   Effective 28 October 2018, the two airlines will start offering codeshare flights on select routes between Japan and…

Garuda Indonesia, the national flag carrier, will cease all non-stop flights serving its Jakarta-London route on October 28, the airline made an announcement on its Twitter account. Garuda had earlier said that…

GMF AeroAsia, Garuda Indonesia’s maintenance arm, plans to set up a joint venture facility in the United Arab Emirates to offer wide and narrow-body maintenance in about two years. According…

The Philippines’ Air Force received two NC212i aircrafts from PT Dirgantara Indonesia (PT DI) / Indonesian Aerospace (IAe), whose reliability to design and build aircrafts has long been recognized by…

The European Union has removed all Indonesian airlines from its safety blacklist in an acknowledgement of their attempts to improve poor safety standards.   "The EU Air Safety List is…

Garuda Indonesia, the country’s national carrier, is cutting unprofitable routes and renegotiating contracts as part of cost-cutting measures after storiesing a US $213.4 million net loss last year. This was…

Garuda Indonesia has opened a route from Kendari to Wakatobi in Southeast Sulawesi using ATR 72-600 aircraft with a capacity of 70 passengers.

Leading enterprise software provider on Cloud and Mobile, Ramco Systems, has set up a wholly-owned subsidiary in Indonesia under the name PT Ramco Systems Indonesia.  

Indonesian flag carrier Garuda Indonesia announced on Monday that it will stop operating its Boeing 747-400 planes, which have been flying since 1994 and have logged up 89,900 hours flying…

Garuda Indonesia has embarked on yet another round of restructuring that could do away with its famously luxurious first-class offerings and reverse recent service expansions as rival airlines crowd the…

Russian Helicopters has announced the acceptance of two Mi-35P helicopters by an Indonesian team, following the completion of repair work. Indonesian delegates conducted a flight test inspection, examined the helicopters…

Indonesian airline TransNusa has extended its Global Maintenance Agreement (GMA) with ATR. The original contract which was signed in 2014 covered the repair, overhaul and pooling services of Line Replaceable…

Thales has extended its Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Indonesian state-owned electronics company PT Len for further cooperation in combat management systems in Indonesia.

DCNS and PT PAL have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to strengthen their cooperation in the submarine and surface ship fields, to meet the requirements of the Indian Navy.

The low-cost unit of Garuda Indonesia, Citilink has taken delivery of its first A320neo making it the first Indonesian carrier to take delivery of the type. The aircraft is the…

Leading MRO services provider, SR Technics, recently hosted a high-level Indonesian delegation at the company’s Zurich facilities. The delegation, included Indonesian Minister of Industry H.E. Airlangga Hartarto, Indonesian Ambassador H.E.…

Garuda Indonesia has appointed UK based dnata to provide a full range of ground and passenger services for its new five weekly flights to London Heathrow from Jakarta and Singapore.

Indonesia’s DGCA has certified MRO provider FL Technics’ Jakarta-based subsidiary – PT. Avia Technics Dirgantara (FL Technics Indonesia) as a Part 145 Approved Maintenance Organisation. Importantly, FL Technics will now…

The Indonesian Air Force and the Royal Thai Armed Forces have signed contracts with Russian Helicopters for spares and maintenance support for their Mi-35P and Mi-17V5 helicopters in their inventory.…

Indonesia's flag carrier, Garuda Indonesia has announced a profit of US$ 77.97 million for 2015, as compared to the loss of US$ 368.9 million in 2014.

The Chief of the General Staff of the Russian Armed Forces, First Deputy Defence Minister General of the Army Valery Gerasimov has held a meeting with Commander of the Indonesian…

The flagship bilateral exercise between The Republic of Singapore Navy (RSN) and Indonesian Navy (TNI-AL), Exercise Eagle Indopura, concluded on March 4th. Featuring anti-surface and anti-air warfare, as well as…

The national carrier of Indonesia, Garuda Indonesia, is celebrating the golden jubilee of its operations to Singapore. More than 32 million passengers have been carried by Garuda Indonesia on the…

The Indonesian Navy (Tentera Nasional Indonesia - Angkatan Laut, or TNI-AL) has fired an Exocet anti-ship missile from a Bung Tomo-class corvette for the first time.  

European consortium Eurofighter GmbH has offered its Eurofighter Typhoon multi-role fighters to Indonesia with the promise that a final assembly facility would be set up in the Southeast Asian country…

An Indonesian fighter jet caught fire just before take-off on Thursday, April 16, prompting the pilot to jump to safety as flames and thick smoke engulfed the plane, officials said.…

Indonesia wants to hold regular military exercises with the United States near the sparsely populated Natuna archipelago, an area of the South China Sea near China's claims, a navy spokesman…

Indonesia has taken an interest in buying Russia's brand new multirole fighter jet Sukhoi Su-35, United Aircraft Corporation (UAC) head Yuri Slyusar told Interfax on Tuesday, April 7, 2015.  

Boeing announced Sunday, January 25, that it has won a $29 Million worth contract to supply eight AH64E Apache attack helicopters to Indonesia.  

The Republic of Singapore Air Force (RSAF) concluded two bilateral exercises with the Indonesian Air Force on Wednesday, December 3, 2014.  

The Indonesian Air Forces AS-332 Super Puma was reported crash landing at Bintang higland between Batom and Kiriwork districk near the border Papua New Guinea on Friday 11/28/2014.  

Defence and security company Saab has signed a teaming agreement with Defence Company PT Pindad for marketing GBAD systems as well as extending the operational life of the Indonesia Armed…

At Indo Defence Last Week the Indonesian state-owned arms manufacturer (Pindad) introduced the Badak 6x6 Infantry Fighting Vehicle.  

At Indo Defence this week the Eurofighter Consortium showcased the Eurofighter Typhoon, one of the world’s most advanced fast-jet fighters. The Consortium leaders believe that Typhoon is probably the best…

The Indonesian military is now weighing advanced fighter jets to replace the F-5 E/F Tiger II light attack planes, which have been in service with its air forces in the…

Airbus Helicopters has been selected to provide 11 AS-565 MBe Panther helicopters for the Indonesian Navy, Airbus announced Wednesday, November 5, 2014.  

Russia and Indonesia are considering the possibility of expanding military and technical cooperation, including supplies of Russian submarines, Russian Industry and Trade Minister Denis Manturov said on Tuesday, October 21,…

KUALA LUMPUR: Boeing and Garuda Indonesia announced an order for 50 737 MAX 8s, valued at US$4.9 billion at current list prices.

South Korea's arms procurement agency said on Monday, October 6, that Indonesia had agreed to pay 20 percent of the development costs of a mid-level fighter jet programme that some…

The 24th edition of Indian-Indonesian Coordinated Patrol (CORPAT) has concluded; an official statement said Wednesday, October 1, adding the defence relations between the two countries is growing.

Saab has begun its marketing campaign to promote the JAS-39 Gripen in Indonesia, as a replacement for the obsolete F-5E. The Swedish company is positioned to offer 44 aircraft that…

Oerlikon Skyshield systems have shown up in Indonesia recently, following the completion the first deliveries of systems, under a framework contract with an ‘unidentified customer in Asia’ announced January 2013.…

“The three F-16 jets (one F-16C and two F-16Ds) are part of the 24 F-16s which will be delivered by the US government gradually,” said Indonesian Air Force Operation Command…

Garuda Indonesia has selected air transport IT specialist, SITA, to fully manage its international network infrastructure, standardize IT operations including its domestic IT infrastructure, and facilitate quick migration to its…

As part of the transformation of Indonesia’s airports into world-class facilities, PT. Angkasa Pura 1 (Persero), which operates 13 airports across Eastern Indonesia, has rolled out SITA’s world-class common-use passenger…

In accordance with the agreed planning in the contract for the construction of a Damen SIGMA Frigate for the Indonesian Navy, the keel laying ceremony has taken place on Wednesday,…

The Indonesian Navy (Tentera Nasional Indonesia - Angkatan Laut: TNI-AL) will equip a total of four Ahmad Yani (Van Speijk)-class guided missile frigates and one Kapitan Pattimura (Parchim I)-class corvette…

According to Indonesian media JakartaGreater, citing the Chief of Indonesian Navy, a new 63 meters Stealth Fast Missile Patrol Vessel (FMPV) trimaran will be ordered from shipbuilder North Sea Boats…

The Indonesian Air Force (TNI AU) has set a target to make a squadron of 24 F16 fighter jets operational at the Roesmin Nurjadin Air Base in the Riau provincial…

Singapore will bar an Indonesian warship named after marines who bombed a building on the island in 1965 from calling at its ports and naval bases or taking part in…

South Korea has completed the delivery of 16 T-50 supersonic trainer jets built by the Korea Aerospace Industries (KAI) to Indonesia, the Korean aircraft maker said Thursday, February 13, paving…

On 12 February, PT Dirgantara and Airbus Helicopters further cemented their long-term cooperation with a memorandum of understanding (MoU) signed at the air show. The MoU covers expanded maintenance, repair…

Indonesian warships, including torpedo and missile craft, have been moved to its border with Australia following Australia's admission last week that some of its vessels had inadvertently entered Indonesian waters.…

The Indonesian army will be strengthened with 8 units of AH-64 combat helicopter, Army Chief of Staff General Budiman said. The helicopters would be delivered by phases starting next year…

The Indonesian government on Friday, January 17, demanded a formal clarification regarding the recent instances of intrusion by the Australian navy into its waters. Agus R. Barnas, spokesman of Indonesia's…

The Indonesian Defense Ministry announced the plans to replace the F-5 Tiger fighter aircraft with the latest generation of jet fighters. "We have received proposals from several jet fighter manufacturers…

The Indonesian military (TNI) chief Gen. Moeldoko, confirmed that TNI is studying the possibility of strengthening its submarine fleet with Russian Kilo Class submarines. "Currently we are still studying and…

Thales announced the signing of a contract with the Dutch shipyard Damen Schelde Naval Shipbuilding for the delivery and installation of a full mission systems suite for the 2 PKR…

Indonesia's new squadron of F16 fighter jets at the Roesmin Nurjadin Air Base in Pekanbaru, Riau province, is expected to start operating in one year, Air Force Chief of Staff…

The Indonesian Ministry of Defence has contracted with the German Rheinmetall Group to supply it with tracked armoured vehicles, logistical support and ammunition worth roughly €216 million. The contract, which…

The Indonesian navy took delivery of the first of three CN-235 maritime patrol aircraft from state aircraft manufacturer PT Dirgantara Indonesia. The handover was made at the PTDI facility in…

In a first-of-its-kind deal worth about $500 million, the United States has agreed to sell eight new Apache AH-64E attack helicopters and Longbow radars to Indonesia, said Defense Secretary Chuck…

Sukhoi fighter jet manufacturer Komsomolsk-naAmure Aircraft Production Association (KnAAPO) delivered on Thursday, May 16, two additional Su-30 MK2 fighter jets to the Sultan Hasanuddin Air Force Base in South Sulawesi.…

SITA has announced that Garuda Indonesia has switched to SITA’s fare pricing software Airfare Insight, which monitors competitor fare activity. Elisa Lumbantoruan, EVP Marketing and Sales, Garuda Indonesia said, “SITA…

Indonesia could obtain up to seven additional Airbus Military C295 tactical transport planes, which would bring its eventual total of the type to 16 aircraft. "Having 16 will allow the…

PT PAL Indonesia formalised several cooperation agreements with international partners at the recently concluded Indo Defence 2025 exhibition, marking a significant step in its efforts to strengthen Indonesia’s defence industrial…

PT Pindad reaffirmed its role in the ongoing transformation of Indonesia’s defence industry by unveiling several new defence and security technologies during the ongoing Indo Defence 2024 Expo & Forum.…

PT Pindad officially launched its new electric-powered 4x4 tactical vehicle, the PANDU EV, during the Indo Defence 2024 Expo & Forum at JIExpo Kemayoran, Jakarta. The launch was one of…

PT Hariff Dipa Persada (Hariff Defense), a privately-owned national defence technology company, and PT Dahana, a state-owned enterprise specialising in explosives, have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to strengthen…

PT Dirgantara Indonesia (PTDI) and France’s leading naval defence company, Naval Group, signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) during the Indo Defence 2024 Expo & Forum held at JIExpo Kemayoran,…

Italian shipyard Fincantieri has entered into a partnership at the ongoing show with the Indonesian firm PT Prima Maju Mapan (PMM), to strengthen local industrial capabilities in the underwater domain…

Banyuwangi-based PT Lundin Industry Invest (North Sea Boats) is highlighting its latest naval offerings at Indo Defence 2024, including the X33 KSR (Kapal Serbu Ringan) fast missile boat. The X33…

Indonesia is one of the newest operators of the Austrian-made Schiebel Camcopter S-100. The Vertical Takeoff and Landing (VTOL) Unmanned Air System (UAS) is being used to secure Indonesian borders.…

Turkish defence firm Roketsan has inked two major contracts with PT Republik Defence Indonesia for the ATMACA Anti-Ship Missile and a joint production initiative. “These agreements mark a key step…

PT Dirgantara Indonesia (PTDI) has signed a contract with the Indonesian Ministry of Defense for the procurement of six AW189 heavy-lift transport helicopters. The agreement was formalized on the opening…

President Prabowo Subianto officially opened the Indo Defence 2025 Expo & Forum at the Jakarta International Expo (JIExpo) Kemayoran on Wednesday, 11 June 2025. The event, held under the theme…

The Turkish manufacturer of armoured vehicles, Nurol Makina is exhibiting an NMS 4x4 armored vehicle, which recently entered service with the Indonesian Police Special Forces (BRIMOB) inventory. The company is…

Barzan Holdings which is responsible for empowering the military capabilities of the Qatari Armed Forces, had rapidly evolved into global defence firm of note. At the ongoing Indo Defence, Barzan Holdings,…

PT Pindad is displaying a Harimau armoured personnel carrier (APC) for the first time at the ongoing Indo Defence. The APC is also fitted with a Remote Controlled Weapon Turret…

A mobile Electro-Magnetic Wave based anti-drone system used by the Indonesian armed forces is on dis - play at the show. The system jammer operates in various frequency bands: 1560-1610…

China North Industries Corporation (NORINCO) which is present at the ongoing Indo Defence, is showcasing its new large cargo Unmanned Aerial Vehicle called the Sky Saker FX 6000C. The Sky…

PT Len Industri (Persero) the parent of Holding DEFEND ID is showcasing a range of products at the ongoing show including its recently introduced 'Sprint' tactical electric motorcycle. The new…

During the ongoing Indo Defence 2024 Expo, Daily News has the chance to Interview Nadzeem Abdul Rahman, the Executive Director Defence Services Asia (DSA) Exhibition and Conference. The following are…

Indonesia’s National Research and Innovation Agency (BRIN) is showcasing its achievements in the aerospace and defence domain at the ongoing Indo Defence. BRIN is highlighting achievements related to the development…

Indonesia and Türkiye have announced a deal for the sale of 48 Turkish Aerospace Industries (TUSAS), KAAN fighter jets at the ongoing Indo Defence. The signing ceremony took place in…

The Turkish defence firm ASELSAN is accelerating its growth plans for the region and now also has a regional office in Jakarta. In an exclusive on-site interview with GBP Daily…

Abu Dhabi Ship Building (ADSB), EDGE Group’s naval arm and the regional leader in the construction, maintenance, refit, and conversion of naval and commercial vessels, is showcasing its growing portfolio…

Indonesian state-owned company PT Dirgantara Indonesia (PTDI) is enhancing its customer service by offering a flight simulator as part of its aircraft sales package, aiming to boost operational efficiency and…

Turkish defence firm ROKETSAN is eyeing further expansion of its presence in Indonesia, where the company’s advanced technologies, particularly in naval weapon systems, anti-ship missiles, precision-guided munitions, coastal defence systems,…

PT Dirgantara Indonesia (PTDI) is showcasing not only its aircraft products at the ongoing Indo Defence, but also its existing capabilities in weapon systems, particularly in the area of rockets…

PT Len Industri (Persero) the parent of Holding DEFEND ID it working to complete a project to delivery 13 Ground-Controlled Interception (GCI) Radars to the Indonesian Air Force. Len is…

Indo Defence 2024 has officially opened its doors in Jakarta, marking the 10th edition of this landmark defence and security exhibition. Running from 11 to 14 June at the Jakarta…

PT Sentra Surya Ekajaya (PT SSE) is displaying the P2 Tiger 4x4 Armoured Personnel Carrier (APC) for the first time at Indo Defence, marking the show debut for the type.…

Dynateq International (Pty) Ltd, a subsidiary of South African firm Reunert Limited is showcasing its expanded line of  Remote-Controlled Weapon Systems (RCWS) for land and naval markets at the ongoing…

Indonesian state-owned company PT Pindad is set to unveil its latest anti-drone weapon at Indo Defence 2025, which will be held at JIExpo Kemayoran, Jakarta, from 11 to 14 June.…

The Indonesian Ministry of Defence has officially announced its final preparations for the Indo Defence 2024 Expo & Forum, to be held from 11 to 14 June 2025 at JIExpo…

The 10th edition of Indo Defence 2024 Expo & Forum is all set to take place from 11 to 14 June 2025 at the Jakarta International Expo in Kemayoran, Jakarta.…

The Royal Malaysian Air Force (RMAF) was presented with the H225M Wings of Valour award at the ongoing LIMA, recognising their extraordinary commitment and remarkable achievements in utilising their H225M…

Leonardo DRS has placed its cutting-edge “Edge-Assured” Battlefield Management System (BMS) in the spotlight at DSEI Japan 2025, underlining its growing footprint in the global defence sector. The modular, scalable…

In a dramatic shift from decades of postwar restraint, Japan has embarked on a bold mission to transform its defence industry into a globally competitive player. The recent relaxation of…

The Malaysia Maritime Conference held at the Mahsuri International Exhibition Centre (MIEC), jointly organised by the Royal Malaysian Navy and Global Exhibition & Conference Sdn. Bhd, has evolved into a…

PT Dirgantara Indonesia (PTDI), Indonesia’s state-owned aerospace company, and Boustead Heavy Industries Corporation Bhd (BHIC), one of Malaysia’s leading defence contractors, entered into a Framework Agreement (FA) at the ongoing…

Japan is strengthening its defence ties across Southeast Asia, deepening security partnerships with nations that share similar concerns about regional stability in the Indo-Pacific. Recent developments with Indonesia, the Philippines,…

2025 marks 10 years since the first Airbus A400M tactical transport (MSN22) was delivered to the Royal Malaysian Air Force (RMAF) in March 2015. The first aircraft was handed over…

The Royal Malaysian Air Force (RMAF) has now fully operationalised the three CN235s converted into maritime surveillance aircraft boosting its maritime preparedness. The three aircraft have been fully incorporated into…

The RMAF is displaying its advancements as a combat force at the ongoing LIMA. Malaysia’s air arm has transformed in recent years into a contemporary and capable air arm, that…

Embraer is displaying its KC-390 Millennium for the first time at the ongoing airshow, marking the type’s debut at LIMA. The KC-390’s participation at the show is also an indication…

PT Dirgantara Indonesia (PTDI), Southeast Asia’s only aircraft manufacturer, is showcasing its aerospace products, advancements in special mission aircraft and is eyeing an increased share of the global market at…

Scoot, the low-cost subsidiary of Singapore Airlines, is ramping up its flight frequencies and increasing passenger capacity across its Asia-Pacific network to meet growing travel demand through the remainder of…

The Bali International Airshow will return on 8–11 September 2027, following the success of its inaugural edition in 2024. Organisers have confirmed that the next iteration of the international aerospace…

Indonesian carrier PT TransNusa Aviation Mandiri has increased the frequency of its Jakarta–Singapore route to twice daily, effective today, as part of efforts to strengthen its international network. The move…

India has dispatched the second battery of its BrahMos supersonic cruise missile system to the Philippines, marking continued progress in its first major overseas defence export deal. According to a…

All Nippon Airways (ANA) and Singapore Airlines (SIA) will begin operating revenue-sharing flights between Japan and Singapore from September 2025, marking a further deepening of their commercial joint venture. Joint…

LMS has secured a contract from PT Dirgantara Indonesia (PTDI) to supply a Fuel Quantity Measurement System (FQMS) for the NC212i aircraft. The agreement marks a new collaboration between the…

TransNusa has officially commenced scheduled flights between Bali and Guangzhou, becoming the first Indonesian airline to operate this route. The inaugural flight, 8B 969, departed from I Gusti Ngurah Rai…

The organisers of Indo Aerospace 2024 Expo & Forum will visit the international airshow at Avalon Airport in Victoria, Australia, from 25 to 30 March 2025. This visit comes ahead…

The Indonesian government has announced that GMF AeroAsia, a subsidiary of the national carrier Garuda Indonesia, will establish an aircraft and helicopter maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) facility at West…

The Royal Thai Air Force (RTAF) is preparing to procure the Airbus A330 MRTT (Multi Role Tanker Transport) as part of its plans to replace the Airbus A340-500 transport aircraft.…

Singapore will procure two additional Type 218SG diesel-electric submarines, Defence Minister Ng Eng Hen announced in a parliamentary statement on Monday (Mar. 3). The acquisition will expand the Republic of…

DHL Group is expanding its electric vehicle (EV) logistics and supply chain solutions in the Asia Pacific region with the launch of three EV Centres of Excellence (COEs) in 2024.…

PT Dirgantara Indonesia (PTDI) and Dassault Aviation have inaugurated the Dassault Aviation-PTDI Design Office on the fourth floor of PTDI’s Technology Directorate building in Bandung. The event was attended by…

TransNusa is set to become the first Indonesian airline to operate scheduled flights between Bali and Guangzhou. The airline will also introduce connecting flights between Guangzhou and Perth via Bali.…

CARACAL Light Ammunition, a subsidiary of the UAE’s EDGE Group, has signed a Letter of Intent (LOI) with PT Pindad, an Indonesian state-owned defence manufacturer, for the procurement of small-calibre…

Republikorp has signed an agreement with Milanion Group at IDEX 2025 in Abu Dhabi to supply the Indonesian Navy with unmanned surface vessels (USVs). The partnership involves integrating Milanion’s Autonomous…

The Asia-Pacific (ASPAC) region is on track to become the world’s most competitive aviation market in 2025, according to new analysis by travel data provider OAG. The region has already…

Saudia, the national carrier of Saudi Arabia, has announced the addition of over ten new destinations to its international network for 2025. This expansion follows a 16% increase in the…

Indonesian airframer PT Dirgantara Indonesia (PTDI) is participating at the ongoing IDEX with an eye on the Middle East market. PTDI strengthened partnerships with several key defence companies on the…

Indonesian state-owned aircraft manufacturer PT Dirgantara Indonesia (PTDI) has signed an agreement with Turkish defence technology firm Havelsan to jointly develop an Airborne Early Warning and Control (AEW&C) aircraft. The…

The Indonesian Ministry of Defence announced on Thursday (Feb. 13) that Indo Defence 2024 will take place from 11 to 14 June 2025. The event, originally scheduled for November 2024,…

Komodo International Airport in Labuan Bajo, East Nusa Tenggara (Nusa Tenggara Timur / NTT) province, Indonesia, is set to introduce a new international flight route connecting Singapore and Labuan Bajo…

Airbus Helicopters secured 455 gross orders (450 net) in 2024, demonstrating robust market growth with notable demand for its light, light twin-engined, and heavy helicopters. The orders came from 182…

Indonesian private defence firm PT Sentra Surya Ekajaya (PT SSE) has introduced a new version of its P2 Tiger 4×4 Armoured Personnel Carrier (APC) at its production facility in Tangerang…

The Department of National Defense (DND) of the Philippines has confirmed plans to acquire 12 additional FA-50 Block 20 Fighting Eagle light attack aircraft from Korea Aerospace Industries (KAI), continuing…

Airbus Helicopters has delivered two H225M helicopters to the French Armament General Directorate (DGA), marking the first of eight helicopters ordered by France in 2021. These aircraft will be operated…

Scoot, the low-cost subsidiary of Singapore Airlines, has officially reinstated direct flights between Singapore and Padang, the capital of West Sumatra province in Indonesia. The inaugural flight, designated TR204, touched…

Turkish Aerospace is eyeing Vietnamese defence requirements with its maiden participation at the show. Just like many defence companies at the show in Hanoi, it hoped to interact with key…

One of the highlights of the ongoing Vietnam International Defence Expo has been the emergence of several new weapon systems, defence technologies and upgrades to existing platforms developed indigenously in…

The Indo Defence, Indo Aerospace, and Indo Marine 2024 Expo & Forum, a premier event in the defence, aerospace, and maritime sectors in Indonesia, has been rescheduled to June 2025.…

PT Dirgantara Indonesia (PTDI) and the Directorate General of Defence Potential of the Indonesian Ministry of Defence are participating at the ongoing show with the former viewing the event as…

Embraer is participating at the ongoing Vietnam Defence Expo with the intention to partner with Hanoi for its current and future military modernisation requirements. The presence of the Brazilian firm…

Boeing is exhibiting models of its H-47 Chinook, MH-139 Grey Wolf helicopters in addition to ScanEagle Unmanned Aerial System (UAS) and Wave Glider Uncrewed Surface Vehicle (USV) at the ongoing…

The Philippine Navy (PN) is seeking to bolster its anti-submarine warfare capabilities by acquiring additional platforms, a senior official confirmed. “We have submitted proposals for two more corvettes, I believe,…

EHang has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) ecosystem with Vertiports Network, a European vertiport infrastructure company. The agrement was signed at the recent Smart…

The eruption of Mount Lewotobi in Indonesia's East Nusa Tenggara has led to the cancellation of flights, affecting both domestic and international routes at Bali's I Gusti Ngurah Rai International…

The Dutch Ministry of Defence has awarded a contract for the procurement of 12 H225M helicopters from Airbus Helicopters, which will also provide an initial supply of support and services.…

The Indo Defence Expo & Forum, a major defence and aerospace event originally set for 6-9 November 2024, will now take place from 22 to 25 January 2025 at the…

The Philippines has received critical support from four ASEAN countries, with air assets arriving to assist in humanitarian and disaster response (HADR) operations following the extensive damage inflicted by Tropical…

FNSS’s has showcased the conceptual model of the new Kaplan Armored Personnel Carrier (Kaplan APC) for the first time at the ongoing show. The Kaplan APC is being developed as…

Capt. Adam Abdullah and Mohan Neerjoo, Executive Directors of Malaysia-based company Zev(M) Sdn Bhd, are at the ongoing SAHA Expo 2024, hoping to make headway in their mission to procure…

Havelsan is showcasing the ADVENT Combat Management System (CMS), which has been selected by Türkiye and a number of other countries to modernize their naval forces.ADVENT is a comprehensive network-supported…

Turkish Aerospace’s T129 ATAK twin-engine attack helicopter is now in operation with two export customers in the Philippine and Nigerian Air Force, in addition to the Turkish Land Forces Command…

Leading rocket and missile manufacturer, Roketsan, which has been having a banner year marked by major international orders and a significant move up the list of the top 100 global…

It is known the world over for the Bayraktar TB2, the unmanned combat aerial vehicle (UCAV) that has been sold to more countries than any other drone and even inspired…

The Indo Defence, Indo Aerospace, and Indo Marine 2024 Expo & Forum, which was originally set to take place from 6-9 November 2024, has been postponed due to the current…

Airbus has urged the Philippine Air Force (PAF) to consider acquiring the Airbus A330 Multi-Role Tanker Transport (MRTT) aircraft to meet its strategic airlift and aerial refuelling requirements. Additionally, the…

South Korean armoured vehicle manufacturer, Kovico is participating for the first time at the ongoing show. Speaking to Daily News, a company official said Kovico is eyeing market entry into…

India’s state-owned Defence Public Sector Undertakings (DPSU), the Defence Research & Development Organisation (DRDO) and private Indian defence firms, are showcasing a wide-array of defence equipment at the show. The…

In a rapidly evolving maritime landscape, Chess Dynamics, led by Managing Director David Tuddenham, stands out as a key player in providing advanced electro-optical surveillance and fire control systems. With…

Turkish defence firm and leading global arms manufacturer, Aselsan is promoting its growing portfolio of advanced aid defence systems at the ongoing ADAS. The exponential growth of the Turkish defence…

The Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) is the first export customer and the only user of the Indo-Russian BrahMos supersonic cruise missile system in the region. The first batch…

The Philippines and Vietnam are growing defence ties. Both nations had underscored the importance of further strengthening bilateral defense partnership between the Philippines and Viet Nam through high-level exchange visits,…

Following the meeting between Indonesian President Joko Widodo and Philippine Secretary of National Defense Gilberto Eduardo Gerardo C. Teodoro Jr. in January 2024, PTDI and Indonesia are poised to achieve…

VoltAero’s regional partner Global Sky is highlighting the Cassio electric-hybrid aircraft family at the Bali International Air Show. The aircraft family offers a new era ofsustainable aviation for Indonesia and…

Embraer will present its commercial, defence, and executive aircraft at the Bali Airshow, held at Ngurah Rai International Airport from September 18 to 21. The display will include scale models…

Major General Piek Budyakto, Director General of Defence Potential at the Indonesian Ministry of Defence, led a technical meeting on Wednesday, September 4, at JIExpo Kemayoran, Jakarta. The meeting was…

Airbus Helicopters has secured a contract with the Republic of Iraq for the delivery of 12 H225M multi-role helicopters. The agreement was formalised in Baghdad by Iraq's Defence Minister Mr…

The Bali International Airshow 2024 has revealed its line-up of speakers for the Bali Airshow Special Dialogue, a programme designed to bring together key figures from government, aviation, and military…

PT Dirgantara Indonesia (PTDI) has signed a contract to sell five N219 aircraft to the Setdco Group, representing the Democratic Republic of Congo. The agreement was formalized by PTDI President…

The Royal Thai Air Force (RTAF) formally took delivery of the last two T-50TH jet trainer/light fighter aircraft at Wing 4 in Takhli, Nakhon Sawan Province, Thailand, on Monday, 19…

Indonesian state-owned defence company PT Pindad, introduced its latest developments in counter-drone technology: the SPS-1 anti-drone rifle and the MV3 Mobile Jammer, which is mounted on the Maung 4x4 light…

Scoot, the low-cost subsidiary of Singapore Airlines (SIA),will receive its third and fourth Embraer E190-E2 aircraft in Singapore in September and October this year. The third aircraft is named Jalan-Jalan,…

Air India Express has become the first Indian airline to launch a Virtual Interline platform, offering flyers a wider range of booking options. Starting their flight search from the airline's…

Batik Air (flight code ID) is set to introduce a new international flight route connecting Pekanbaru, Indonesia to Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. The route from Pekanbaru will operate from Sultan Syarif…

Turkish Technic, a global maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) company, has recently signed a Component Support Agreement with Citilink, a major budget airline in Indonesia. This agreement covers Citilink’s Airbus…

AirAsia Aviation Group and AirAsia X, two of Asia’s largest low-cost carrier groups, have strengthened partnerships with SITA, adopting SITA Mission Watch to ensure safer and more efficient airline operations…

JEKTA Switzerland, the developer of the zero-emissions PHA-ZE 100 amphibious aircraft, has signed an agreement with Seaplane Asia to add 14 PHA-ZE 100 aircraft to the Southeast Asian operator’s fleet.…

Marking the return of international airshows to Indonesia after nearly thirty years, the organiser of the Bali International Airshow 2024 has revealed the activities and ticket prices for the event’s…

TransNusa is set to become the first foreign airline to operate from Sultan Abdul Aziz Airport, commonly known as Subang Airport, in Malaysia. The airline will commence daily scheduled international…

Australia’s largest international air combat training exercise, Exercise Pitch Black, is set to take place from 12 July to 2 August over the Northern Territory. This year marks the highest…

Vietjet, in partnership with the Ministry of Public Works and Transport of Laos, has announced a new agreement aimed at strengthening air transport connectivity between Vietnam and Laos. This initiative,…

AirAsia is set to expand its route network between Malaysia and Indonesia with the launch of its 21st direct route between the two countries. This new service, featuring three weekly…

The Indonesian National Armed Forces (TNI) will hold this year’s Super Garuda Shield (SGS) Joint Exercise across three locations in Indonesia: Situbondo, East Java; Baturaja, South Sumatra; and Karawang, West…

PT Dirgantara Indonesia (PTDI) is actively seeking to expand its market reach into Africa and Latin America, focusing on the sales of its NC-212i and CN-235 aircraft. "First is expansion…

Indonesian state-owned land systems defence company, PT PINDAD, has announced plans to develop a lighter version of the Harimau (Tiger) tank. This revelation was made during the recently concluded Eurosatory…

Cirium has issued the on-time performance figures for May which show Vietnam Airlines and AirAsia Group airlines leading the way. In May, Vietnam Airlines led the region with an OTP…

The organizer of the 10th edition of Indo Defence Expo & Forum is delighted to announce that exhibition space is becoming scarce. Scheduled for 6 - 9 November 2024 at…

Penny Burtt has been appointed as the new President of Boeing's Southeast Asia business, effective July 3. Based in Singapore, Burtt will oversee Boeing's strategy and operations as the company…

PT Palindo Marine, a private shipyard in Indonesia, began construction on a new model of the "Kapal Cepat Rudal 60" (KCR 60 - Fast Missile Boat 60) for the Indonesian…

Lion Group and Jeju Air have unveiled a strategic alliance aimed at simplifying international travel for explorers. The agreement was recently inked by Capt. Daniel Putut Kuncoro Adi, President Director…

PT PAL Indonesia and Naval Group have taken significant steps to enhance their strategic partnership by signing a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on Tuesday (Jun 4). Held at the Naval…

As many as 200 domestic and international companies will exhibit cutting edge innovations and advanced defence technologies at Asian Defense & Security (ADAS) 2024, which will take place from September…

Thales and Indonesian state-owned company PT Len Industri (PT Len) signed a joint venture (JV) agreement on 30 May 2024. The agreement aims to establish a centre of excellence to…

Indonesian state-owned shipbuilder PT PAL laid the keel for the second improved Tarlac-class Strategic Sealift Vessel (SSV) intended for the Philippine Navy (PN) in Surabaya, on Wednesday (May 29). This…

EDGE Group has inked a contract valued at USD 27 million (AED 99 million) with Indonesian state-owned enterprise PT Pindad in Abu Dhabi, UAE, on Tuesday (May. 14). Under the…

The Czech Republic’s Excalibur Army has its debuts in the ongoing show. The company is bringing a few small scale models of its products on its booth to introduce itself…

Turkiye’s Secretariat of Defence Industries (Savunma Sanayii Başkanlığı-SSB), has two main objectives: modernization of Turkish Armed Forces, and establishing&developing a self sufficient Turkish defence industry ecosystem. SSB is also coordinating…

Malaysian company, Smart Weapon Storage Inntech Sdn Bhd (SWS), which has been around for 20 years, aims to extend its footprint across the Southeast Asian region and beyond. The firm…

“We will continue to provide tailored solutions to our customers,” said Cem Altinisik, FNSS Corporate Communication Manager in an interview with Yulian Ardiansyah from Global Business Press’ Daily News during…

Tony Chegwidden, the Director of Business Development International at EDGE Group, is sharing his thoughts regarding the group’s focus and collaboration in Malaysia and in the Southeast Asia region with…

KNDS France which is the main provider of artillery systems for the Royal Malaysian Army and a strategic industrial partner for the Malaysian defence industry has further expanded its partnership…

The upcoming 10th edition of Indo Defence 2024 Expo & Forum, renowned as one of the foremost international defence industry exhibitions and forums, is facing a scarcity of exhibition space.…

PT Dirgantara Indonesia (PTDI) is currently participating in the Defense Services Asia (DSA) 2024 defence exhibition, scheduled from 6th to 9th May 2024 in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. This exhibition, hosted…

Tell me about Cendana Auto, and the products that you're featuring here? Cendana Auto is 100% a local Malaysian company, consisting of a number of engineers from related industries, as…

Thailand’s defence land system company, Chaiseri, is bringing three of its First Win (FW) series armoured vehicles to the show. “We have these three 4x4 vehicles here. First is the…

As far as high-profile visits go, this one was right up there on the list. After speaking at the opening ceremony of the ongoing show, Malaysia's Prime Minister Datuk Seri…

Singapore Minister for Defence Dr Ng Eng Hen’s presence at the ongoing show and his meeting with Malaysia's Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim as well as Malaysian Minister of…

An insight into possible weapon options for the Royal Malaysian Air Force’s (RMAF) new Korean Aerospace Industries (KAI) FA-50 light attack aircraft is on display at the ongoing DSA, with…

Countries across regions are increasingly staying away from Russian arms since due to the fear of inviting U.S. sanctions, opening the door for other arms exporters such as South Korea…

Turkish defence firm, ASELSAN is showcasing a growing range of defence equipment and services at the ongoing show, in order to fulfill essential requirements of its clients in the field…

It is not a coincidence that the Turkish contingent at the show is one of the largest. The Turkish defence industry, which has seen exponential growth over the last decade,…

Indonesia’s Ruang volcano erupted again on Tuesday (Apr. 30), leading to the cancellation of flights and closure of airports in the affected areas. Situated in the Sitaro Islands District of…

Qatar’s Hamad International Airport (DOH) announced that it has reclaimed the title of the "World’s Best Airport" at the prestigious 2024 Skytrax World Airport Awards in Frankfurt, Germany on Wednesday…

The ongoing eruption of Mount Ruang in the Siau Islands regency, North Sulawesi, Indonesia has caused significant disruptions to air travel, affecting flights to and from East Malaysia and Brunei…

AirAsia Malaysia has announced the resumption of services from Kuala Lumpur to Pattaya, Thailand, starting from June 17, 2024, with thrice-weekly flights on Tuesday (Mar. 12). This move marks the…

South Korean ammunition manufacturer Poongsan, which has seen surging interest for its products across regions, has signed an agreement with Barer Holdings, a Barzan Holdings company, to supply 600 million…

Barzan Holdings and the Qatar Armed Forces (QAF) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) for the company to modernise and provide repair support for up to 54 VABs. According…

In Indonesia, a vast archipelago of over 17,000 islands spanning three time zones, the potential of amphibious aviation remains largely untapped. Despite its inherent advantage as a maritime nation, Indonesia's…

Interview With Junichi Iwasaki, Director of the Aircraft Component and Material Industries Office at Japan's Ministry of Economy, Trade, and Industry (METI). GBP Aerospace & Defence had the opportunity to…

Honeywell announced on Wednesday (Feb. 21) the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with PT Dirgantara Indonesia (PTDI) at Singapore Airshow 2024. The MoU aims to enhance the overall…

ST Engineering's Commercial Aerospace division announced a new five-year agreement for CFM56-7B engine maintenance with PT Lion Group, the largest airline in Indonesia and Southeast Asia, in Singapore on Wednesday…

Thailand subsidiary of Vietnam’s low-cost carrier, Thai VietJet Air, has awarded the tender of its cargo operations to ECS Group after signing a Master General Sales & Service Agent (GSSA)…

The Singapore Airshow 2024, taking place at the Changi Exhibition Centre from February 20 to 25, will feature eight aerial displays, including six from air forces and two from commercial…

The Malaysian Defense Ministry (MINDEF) has announced its intention to procure Instalaza C90 Rocket Propelled Grenades (RPGs) for the Malaysian Army. Released on Tuesday (Jan. 30), the Request For Bids…

The Indonesian Maritime Security Agency (Badan Keamanan Laut / Bakamla) and representatives from the United States (U.S.) inaugurated the "Anambas" Maritime Training Center building on Monday (Jan. 29). Located at…

The Indonesian Navy (Tentara Nasional Indonesia - Angkatan Laut / TNI-AL) will arm at least three classes of warships with Turkiye’s Atmaca Anti Ship Missiles (AShMs). This was revealed during…

The Indonesian Air Force (TNI-AU) officially received a C-130J Super Hercules military transport aircraft at Halim Perdana Kusuma airbase in Jakarta today (Jan. 22). This marks the fourth delivery of…

Indonesian state-owned shipbuilder, PT PAL, conducted a keel-laying ceremony for the third Landing Platform Dock (LPD) ship for the Philippine Navy, in Surabaya, East Java today (Jan. 22). Also known…

I Gusti Ngurah Rai International Airport in Bali, Indonesia has added a new direct flight to Shanghai, China which had been planned for a year prior. Served by Juneyao Airlines,…

Lion Air, Indonesia’s biggest low-cost airline, has announced that the airline will start flying its new Jakarta-Ternate route this month. The announcement follows the airline’s news release regarding its new…

Scoot, the low-cost arm of Singapore Airlines, is offering a limited-time ticket sale on its popular international destinations. The sale starts today and will be valid until 22 January 2024.…

Budget airline Batik Air Malaysia and its parent company Lion Air Group are set to make Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA) as central hub for Umrah flights. These two companies…

Indian carrier, IndiGo has created history by becoming the first Indian airline to carry 100 million passengers in a single calendar year. With this achievement, it has joined a select…

Etihad Airways is Bali-bound, and will start flying non-stop to the tropical Indonesian getaway four times a week from April 23, 2024. Guests will arrive at the island’s Ngurah Rai…

Boeing Defence, Space & Security’s F-15EX, which is the most modern and advanced version of the F-15, is facing a market resurgence with growing demand from interested nations in the…

Thailand’s Defence Technology Institute (DTI) is showcasing a wide range of systems at the ongoing show, which reflect its growing capability in handling increasingly complex programmes. One area where Thailand…

The 10th edition Indo Defence 2024 Expo & Forum, the premier defence exhibition, and the forum in South-East Asia are all set to mark a significant milestone as it brings…

Hanwha Ocean, which exported a 3,000-ton frigate to Thailand in 2019, is at the ongoing Show, hoping to build on the momentum generated by the speedy growth of the South…

Hanwha Ocean, which exported a 3,000-ton frigate to Thailand in 2019, is at the ongoing Show, hoping to build on the momentum generated by the speedy growth of the South…

Turkish defence firm, ASELSAN is showcasing a growing range of defence equipment and services at the ongoing show, in order to fulfill essential requirements of its clients in the field…

Thailand is diversifying its military procurement choices for the modernisation of its armed forces. It has traditionally depended on the USA for military equipment; however, China and South Korea are…

South Korea is looking shift its defence industry from one that is centred on internal demand to one that is focussed on exports. Korean defence firms are now making growing…

Hamad International Airport (DOH) recorded a 26.84% increase in passenger traffic for Q3 compared to the same period last year. The achievement builds upon a display of consistent growth, with…

Emirates and Batik Air Malaysia have announced a codeshare agreement, allowing Emirates’ customers to access 5 domestic Malaysian cities and 3 regional South East Asia points operated by Batik Air…

South Korean missile defense systems provider LIG Nex1 is having a Show to remember. On the first day, the company announced a technology exchange initiative with Indonesia's state-led military equipment…

Buoyed by international interest in their products and growing India-South Korea ties, three Indian companies – Gliders India, Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders and Armoured Vehicles Nigam – are showcasing their capabilities…

More than 1.000 domestic and international companies from 60 countries are expected to attend Indo Defence 2024 that will take place from Nov. 6-9 next year in Jakarata. Encouraged by…

The 14th Seoul International Aerospace and Defense Exhibition (ADEX 2023) is a statement of intent by an indigenous defence industry that has come of age and looks set to achieve…

The wait is over. The KF-21 Boramae fighter jet, developed by Korea Aerospace Industries (KAI) and one of the most eye-catching symbols of South Korea’s rapidly growing domestic defence industry,…

Femke Kroese has been appointed Air France-KLM group General Manager for South East Asia & Oceania. Kroese is responsible for Air France and KLM commercial passenger sales and flight operations…

The Asia Cargo Network (ACN) group, and Bahrain’s MENA Aerospace have signed a partnership, extending ACN’s reach into the Middle East, South Asia and Africa. The cargo partnership agreement was…

SIA Engineering Company Limited (SIAEC) and Xiamen Iport Group (IPORT Group) have signed a legally non-binding Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to explore MRO opportunities in Fujian, China. IPORT Group owns…

FL Technics Indonesia, a a subsidiary of FL Technics, and PT Angkasa Pura Properti, together with PT Angkasa Pura I (Persero), will start work on a 17,000 sq. m. aircraft…

FL Technics has started the establishment of new MRO infrastructure in Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ), the second-busiest airport in the Caribbean. Once the first stage of the development is…

FNSS will showcase its increasingly impressive range of defence equipment at IDEF'23 International Defence Industry Fair to be held for the 16th time at Istanbul TÜYAP Fair and Congress Centre,…

With Poland showing a liking for weapons made in South Korea and looking increasingly likely to emerge as the first European customer of Korea Aerospace Industries' KF-21 fighter jet, the…

The Indo Defence Expo & Forum will return for its 10th edition on 6 - 9 November, 2024 at the Jakarta International Expo (JIExpo) Kemayoran, Jakarta, Indonesia. Indo Defence Expo…

Buoyed by the market response to the ARJ21 regional jet and the delivery of the first C919 to China Eastern Airlines, Comac has brought display models of the two aircraft…

CDB Aviation has signed lease agreements for a duo of brand-new Boeing 737 MAX 8 aircraft with South Korea’s T’way Air. Delivering from the lessor’s orderbook with Boeing, the South…

With maritime domain awareness being one of Malaysia’s pressing challenges, it was no surprise that the country’s s longstanding requirement for a medium-altitude, long-endurance (MALE) unmanned air vehicle (UAV) was…

PT Dirgantara Indonesia (PTDI) inked a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with AIROD Sdn. Bhd. (AIROD), at the ongoing show to explore collaboration opportunities on N219 programme. AIROD is a leading…

Leonardo has announced the recent appointment of Helitech Asia PTE LTD as Distributor for its latest generation single-turbine helicopter, the AW09, in Southeast Asia. The announcement was made at the…

ExecuJet MRO Services Malaysia (ExecuJet) has been certified by the Aruba Department of Civil Aviation (ADCA), a civil aviation regulator in the Caribbean popular with some business jet operators to…

Korean Aerospace Industries (KAI) is displaying a model of its FA-50 light attack aircraft in Royal Malaysian Air Force (RMAF) colours at the ongoing LIMA. KAI had announced earlier this…

Malaysia’s armed force, which are preparing for the future battlefield, provided an insight into their future plans at LIMA 23. The Royal Malaysian Air Force’s (RMAF) CAP 55 Strategic Plan…

Leonardo is eyeing significant growth prospects for its helicopter offerings in South East Asia.  The company which is participating in the ongoing LIMA, has a wide range of helicopters in…

Indonesia’s Infoglobal and the nation’s state-owned aircraft manufacturer PT Dirgantara Indonesia (PTDI) are promoting the N219 Maritime Surveillance Trainer Aircraft (MSTA) at Langkawi. The N219 MSTA features Infoglobal’s Maritime Surveillance…

PT Dirgantara Indonesia (PTDI) has completed the upgrade of  three CN235 MSA (Maritime Surveillance Aircraft) for the Royal Malaysian Air Force (RMAF). The RMAF had contracted for the upgrade of three…

The Philippine Air Force recently concluded a contract with PT Dirgantara Indonesia (PTDI) to procure six NC212i aircraft and spares.The procurement of the 6 NC212i units is a continuation of…

The 16th edition of the Langkawi International Maritime & Aerospace Exhibition LIMA will provide a gateway to defence companies looking to meet the requirements of Malaysia’s military modernisation needs and…

A strong maritime flotilla is on display at Langkawi with the Royal Malaysian Navy itself showcasing a large number of surface and sub-surface assets in addition to international warships participating…

Abu Dhabi based EDGE Group, which has rapidly gained inroads into the global defence market is eyeing Malaysia’s defence market with the interest. The United Arab Emirates (UAE) based defence…

Defence ties between Malaysia and the US, which has largely remained low profile, is set to receive a fillip with Malaysia planning to increase spending on arms as part of…

The 13th edition of IMDEX Asia is reiterating its standing as the one the preeminent maritime trade show in the region and returns after a four year hiatus. Growing maritime…

Leonardo received new orders for nearly 40 aircraft of various models at the recent Heli-Expo 2023 in Atlanta, Georgia. Deliveries are expected between 2023 and 2026. The operators, from Middle…

Japan is looking for customers for the aeromedical evacuation unit Type 2, which can be installed without any modifications on a C-130 and C-2 aircraft. “We are looking at natural…

Collins Aerospace, which has over 6,600 ejections in service worldwide, is eyeing opportunities in the region for its latest ACES 5 next generation ejection seats. Speaking to Daily News, Don…

Korea Aerospace Industries’ (KAI’s) FA-50 fighter aircraft has bagged a US$920-million deal for exporting 18 light combat aircraft to Malaysia. The aircraft was in competition with Hindustan Aeronautics Limited’s (HAL’s)…

Tawazun Council - the independent government entity that works closely with the Ministry of Defence and security agencies to maximize value through acquisition systems - announced the signing of 11…

The U.S. State Department has approved a USD55 million Foreign Military Sale (FMS) to the Government of Singapore consisting of Tail Kits for the air-launched Joint Direct-Attack Munition (JDAM), Computer…

The Philippine Army (PA) received a delivery of two Sabrah light tanks from Ebit Systems, Israel according to MaxDefense Philippines’ social media account on Sunday (Dec. 18). These are the…

At the Vietnam International Defence Expo 2022, Gliders India Limited welcomed Prime Minister of Socialist Republic of Vietnam Pham Minh Chinh and the Ambassador of India in Vietnam Sandeep Arya.…

After the Philippines, Vietnam is showing keen interest in buying the BrahMos supersonic cruise missile. Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh visited the BrahMos pavilion on the opening day of the…

Indonesia will hold the first Bali International Airshow in September 2024, according to a press release on Wednesday (Dec. 7). The event that will be held on this Indonesian island…

Sales of Japanese-made defence equipment to Vietnam are set to increase after the two countries signed a deal late last year enabling exports of Japanese-made defence equipment and technology to…

The Ministry of Defence (MINDEF) of Brunei Darussalam announced that it has signed a contract with Airbus Defence and Space for an undisclosed number of C-295MW military transport aircraft on…

PT Dirgantara Indonesia (PTDI) has bagged an order for its N219 at Indo Defence 2022. The Indonesian state-owned aircraft maker, which highlights the N219A (amphibious) among many of its products,…

Boeing and Indonesian aircraft company PT Dirgantara Indonesia (PTDI) have entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to explore teaming opportunities in manufacturing, support and maintenance of defence products and…

Honeywell has entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with PT Dirgantara Indonesia (PTDI) at the ongoing show, to explore sales opportunities for the former’s military airborne collision avoidance system…

Leonardo is participating its multi-domain technologies developed to meet the needs of governments and armed forces, as well as building on its position as a reliable partner of the Indonesian…

With UAE based EDGE Group PJSC (EDGE) marking its maiden participation at the Indo Defence Expo & Forum, one of its Group entity’s, the precision-guided munitions manufacturer, AL TARIQ is…

With Indian defence exports on an upward trajectory with recent export successes in the Philippines for the BrahMos supersonic cruise missile and Armenia for the Pinaka multi-barrel rocket launcher (MBRL),…

EGDE entity ADSB, the regional leader in the design, new build, repair, maintenance, refit, and conversion of naval and commercial vessels, unveiled its 510 OPV, a 51m offshore patrol vessel…

PT Dirgantara Indonesia (PTDI) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Airbus to explore the expansion of Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO) capabilities for helicopters and military aircraft delivered…

French defence firm, Thales, which has a longstanding presence in Indonesia of over 40 years is showcasing its wide range of products at the show. Thales has seen much success…

PT Pindad is showing its new SS Amphibious (Senapan Serbu - Amphibious) assault rifle at the Indo Defence 2022. The 5.56x45 caliber gun is developed from the SS-2 assault rifle…

PT Lundin revealed its newest product the X-33 Light Strike Boat and Unmanned Surface Vessel at the ongoing Indo Defence 2022 show. The Indonesian privately-owned shipyard is highlighting the X-33…

Batik Air will reinstate daily flights from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA) to Da Nang International Airport in Vietnam, from Dec. 6. Da Nang International Airport is an important gateway…

Indonesia’s state-owned defence enterprise, PT Dahana is showcasing its R-Han 122B Rocket Launching Vehicle Prototype Phase II-II FY 2019 at the ongoing show. The protype vehicle on display fires the…

Boeing Defence, Space & Security is looking to build on the success of its AH-64E Apache helicopter programme in Indonesia with a potential sale of the F-15EX. “If the F-15EX…

Boeing’s recently announced Modernized Apache concept is a quantum leap ahead compared to the existing AH-64E Apache attack helicopter, which is slated to remain in production until at least 2028…

BAE Systems and Infoglobal recently signed an agreement that will provide Infoglobal with a range of technical and materiel support services in support of their upgrade of Tentara Nasional Indonesia…

PT Infoglobal is displaying a full-scale mockup of a compact twin-engined jet fighter named I-22 Sikatan in the outdoor area at the Indo Defence 2022 show. The Indonesian avionics company…

Arquus is bringing the company’s VAB MK 3 to the ongoing Indo Defence 2022 show. In June this year, the French company signed an agreement with Indonesia’s PT Pindad for…

The Royal Jordanian Air Force (RJAF) will buy 10 Bell 505 light helicopters to train its next generation pilots. The contract includes the delivery of the aircraft with a flight…

Kuwait will get the National Advanced Surface-to-Air Missile System, or NASAMS, from the United States, at an estimated cost of US$3 billion. NASAMS are manufactured as a joint venture between…

PT Pindad’s Armo Pistol is a variant of the company’s newest handheld weapon product. The Armo Pistol is a 9 x 19mm caliber small arm made using polymer material. The…

UAE based EDGE Group PJSC (EDGE) is participating at the ongoing show for the first time and is marking a major presence at Indo Defence with an eye on Indonesia…

PT DAHANA recently completed another a static test for the R-HAN 450 rocket. The test was performed in collaboration with Indonesia’s National Research and Innovation Agency (BRIN), and the Indonesian…

Boeing is presenting its advanced F-15EX fighter jet at the ongoing Indo Defence. The F-15EX features next-generation technologies and best-in-class in performance in terms of payload, range and speed. The…

The bilateral Garuda Shield training event between the Indonesian Army and the U.S. Army grew into this year’s “Super Garuda Shield” exercises, which emerged as one of the biggest joint,…

UK based SEA, a company developing and manufacturing advanced protective defence technology, is highlighting its intelligent Torpedo Launcher System (TLS), which plays a crucial role in multi-layered ship and fleet…

The recently concluded Exercise Rajawali Ausindo, a biennial exercise between Indonesia and Australia, allowed both nations to test their air mobility capability to respond to humanitarian assistance and disaster relief…

PT Pindad recently introduced its latest product the Maung 4x4 tactical vehicle and SB2-V5 A1 weapon, which will be used by Indonesia’s police forces. Maung 4x4 can attain a safe…

KRI Kerambit-627, the 4th 60M Fast Missile Ship (KCR) made by PT PAL Indonesia recently carried out a successful test firing of its main weapon. The firing test was carried…

Dassault Aviation is eyeing new markets for its Rafale fighter jet which has rapidly notched up export orders from seven export customers. SE Asia remains a key market for the…

With the domestic aviation industry in Vietnam recovering faster than any other country after the pandemic and continuing to develop at a swift pace, the government is now focused on…

PT Dirgantara Indonesia (PTDI) delivered a CN235 MSA (Maritime Surveillance Aircraft) to the Royal Malaysian Air Force (RMAF) on Friday (Oct. 7). The plane with the M44-05 tail number is…

GA Telesis Engine Services (GATES) and Lion Air have entered into a long-term engine maintenance contract. The first engine maintenance event will enter a GATES maintenance slot early this month.…

China Shipbuilding & Offshore International Co. Ltd (CSOC) announced that it will offer ship designs for the second batch of the Littoral Mission Ship (LMS) and Multi-Role Support Ship (MRSS)…

Taiwan-based China Airlines is actively positioning itself to take advantage of the post-COVID travel market. The Taipei-Cebu (Philippines) route will begin offering four direct flights each week from December 1…

After the reopening of borders for international tourists, the aviation industry in Vietnam is now facing a shortage for pilots.  For Indonesia’s Perkasa Flight School, this is an opportunity to…

Vietnam’s Vietravel Airlines plans to launch a cargo airline VUAir Cargo in cooperation with logistics service Asean Cargo Gateway (ACG). With stakes of 51 percent and 49 percent respectively, Vietravel…

PT Dirgantara Indonesia (PTDI) and Airbus signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to explore cooperation in the production of aerostructure components on Wednesday (Sept. 7). The signing of the MoU…

PT. Batamec Shipyard launched KRI Balongan (908), the third Tarakan-class replenishment tanker for the Indonesian Navy (Tentara Nasional Indonesia Angkatan Laut/TNI-AL) at Batam, on Sunday (Sep. 4). Known in TNI-AL…

The 21st annual Southeast Asia Cooperation and Training (SEACAT) exercise, which concluded on August 26, following 10 days of in-person and at-sea engagements enhanced collaboration among 21 Indo-Pacific partners and…

Embraer is highlighting the versatility of the A-29 Super Tucano at the ongoing show and is confident about the aircraft finding more buyers in the region. The A-29 Super Tucano,…

INTERVIEW: Abdullah Hassan Al-Khater Vice President & Chief Strategic Procurement Office at Barzan Holdings How important is the Southeast Asia market for Barzan Holdings? Barzan Holdings is relatively young company…

Indonesian state-owned aircraft manufacturer, PT Dirgantara Indonesia (PTDI), has announced that the company will begin producing its N219 aircraft in 2023. PTDI’s CEO, Gita Amperiawan tells local media that the…

Indonesian state-owned airline, Pelita Air, is aiming to gradually increase its fleet to 20 aircraft in 2023. While the airline currently only has two of the 12 Airbus A320-214s it…

The Philippines’ low-cost airline, Cebu Pacific, is ramping up its international flight routes due to increasing demands for air travel. Aside from boosting the frequency of its direct flights between…

After canceling a PHP12.7 billion (USD227.35 million) contract for the Russian-made Mi-17 helicopters due to the risk of sanctions in June, the Philippines is looking to acquire CH-47 Chinook helicopters…

After securing orders from the Philippines Army and Navy for the BrahMos mobile land-based supersonic anti-ship missile, India is aiming to export the weapon to three other countries in the…

PT Dirgantara Indonesia (PTDI) signed a deal worth USD150 million with Unity Accipiter Corporation (UAC) for the Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO) of the C-130 Hercules aircraft. The deal between…

Indonesian state-owned aircraft builder, PT Dirgantara Indonesia (PTDI) delivered one NC212i rainmaker aircraft to the Department of Royal Rainmaking and Agricultural Aviation (DRRAA) of Thailand on Monday (1 August). The…

South Korea successfully concluded the first flight of the KF-21 Boramae, its first indigenous 4.5th generation fighter jet, on Wednesday (19 July). The aircraft took off from Korea Aerospace Industries…

A Citilink flight in Indonesia had to return to its departure airport due to a pilot’s health emergency after only 15 minutes airborne on Thursday (21 July). Promptly after landing,…

As South Korea successfully completed the maiden flight of its homegrown KF-21 fighter jet on July 19, the applause reverberated even at the ongoing Farnborough International Airshow where Martin-Baker is…

PT Pindad, the Indonesian state-owned land systems company, has launched its second annual Military Vehicle Design Competition (MVDC) for Indonesian nationals. The registration is open from 18 to 29 July…

The Philippine Army and Navy are expecting to receive the first batches of military equipment delivery for each of both branches within the next few months.  As part of the…

PT PAL signed a contract with the United Arab Emirates (UAE) Navy for one Landing Platform Dock (LPD). The contract was one of six agreements signed during the Indonesian president's…

The Philippines’ Department of National Defense (DND) and the Indonesian state-owned shipyard PT PAL have signed a contract for two improved Tarlac-class Landing Platform Docks (LPDs) in Manila on Friday…

The Royal Thai Air Force (RTAF) recently announced that it will acquire ten Korean GPS Guided Bomb (KGGB) guidance kits for THB47.9 million (USD1.39 million) made by LIG Nex1 to…

Nexter and Indonesian State-Owned Enterprise (SOE) PT Len Industri (PT Len) signed a multiannual In-Service Support (ISS) contract for the CAESAR self-propelled howitzer (SPH) fleet in service within the Indonesian…

Fincantieri's American-based subsidiary, Fincantieri Marinette Marine (FMM) has been awarded a USD536 million contract to build the third Constellation-class guided-missile frigate for the United States Navy (US Navy). This third…

The Royal Malaysian Air Force (RMAF) received its first of three CN-235 military transport aircraft converted to CN-235 MSA (Maritime Surveillance Aircraft) configuration at Kuching airbase, Sarawak, on Friday (17…

Nexter and PT Pindad agreed to cooperate on the supply of the latest generation 120 mm tank ammunition for the Indonesian Army during Eurosatory 2022 defense show in Paris, France…

Vietnamese low-cost carrier (LCC) VietJet is planning to add up to six additional Airbus A330 aircraft to expand its routes to Australia, the Middle East, Eastern Europe, and other destinations.…

Following the release of notice of award to the Indonesian state-owned shipbuilder PT PAL as the winner in the Landing Docks Acquisition Project on June 5, the Philippines Department of…

Navies from six ASEAN countries will participate in the 28th Rim of the Pacific Exercise (RIMPAC) around the Hawaiian Islands and Southern California between 29 June and 4 August. First…

American Airlines and Qatar Airways are expanding their strategic alliance with a new codeshare agreement, enabling American’s customers to book travel on Qatar Airways flights via Doha to and from…

French multinational company Thales has signed a cooperation agreement with Indonesian state-owned enterprise PT Len to supply 13 Ground Master 403 (GM403) radars for the Indonesian Ministry of Defense (Kementerian…

Malaysia Airlines has launched the MHflypass ASEAN to 12 cities in the Southeast Asia region outside Malaysia. The fixed-rate pass will allow multiple trips to destinations all year round in…

After launching its inaugural Jakarta-Bali daily route last month in April, Pelita Air has announced that it will add the Jakarta-Yogyakarta daily route starting on 20 June this year. "The…

Korea Aerospace Industries (KAI)’s FA-50 Block 20 and Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL)’s Tejas seem to be the two remaining candidates for Royal Malaysian Air Force (RMAF)’s Fighter Lead-In Aircraft/Light Combat…

Daewoo Shipbuilding & Marine Engineering (DSME) is displaying a scale model of its DSME 1400PN submarine in its booth at the ongoing show. The submarine is an improved version of…

With defence exports now a priority for the Indian Government, several Indian companies are present at the India Pavilion at the ongoing ADAS. One notable participant is BrahMos, which is…

Indonesian state-owned enterprise PT Pindad and Safran Electronics & Defense - a French defense company - are currently preparing a joint production for the Highly Agile Modular Munition Extended Range…

The 16th annual Garuda Shield multi-national joint exercise scheduled to be held between 1 and 14 August this year, is set to be the largest ever conducted in Indonesia with…

AirAsia has announced that it will resume international flights from India to Malaysia and Thailand. Flights are now available from April and May 2022 onwards. Manoj Dharmani, AirAsia’s Regional Commercial…

Advanced Defence Systems (ADS) has signed an MoU with Nexter on the third day of the DSA 2022 event, Wednesday (Mar. 30). Under the agreement, the Malaysian firm will assemble…

After signing a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Malaysia’s G7 Aerospace at DSA 2022 event on Monday (Mar. 28), Infoglobal will export six additional Multi-Purpose Cockpit Displays (MPCDs) to Malaysia…

The Phillippine Air Force (PAF) received its fifth Airbus Defence and Space C-295 medium-lifttransport aircraft on Monday (Mar. 28). As part of a contract worth PHP5.288 billion (around US$101.75 million)…

Kongsberg displays a model of its Naval Strike Missile (NSM) at its booth at the DSA 2022 expo. After being selected by the Malaysian Navy to arm its future littoral…

Malaysia is all set to revive and rejuvenate its Trilateral Cooperative Agreement (TCA) with Indonesia and the Philippines. On the sidelines of the ongoing Defence Services Asia (DSA) exhibition and…

FNSS is showcasing the PARS 4x4 Anti-Tank Vehicle with ARC-T Remote Controlled Anti-Tank Turret and PARS III 6x6 with 12.7 mm SANCAK Remote Controlled Turret at the show. FNSS, which…

Companies from Russia, Belarus and Ukraine are not attending Defence Services Asia (DSA) 2022, for obvious reasons, but the three-day event at the Malaysia International Trade and Exhibition Centre, which…

Turkish company FNSS, which has a sizable presence in the Asian region, is showcasing its entire range of combat armored vehicles as well as new capabilities at DSA. While the…

Malaysian government plans to focus on upgrading the infrastructure of the Malaysian Armed Forces (MAF), and replacing equipment used by the MAF’s special operations forces with a budget of MYR16.14…

Indonesia’s Garuda Maintenance Facility AeroAsia (GMF AeroAsia) has received a certification from Lockheed Martin to conduct Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO) activities for C-130H aircraft on Sunday (March 13). The…

The Asia-Pacific region will require 17,620 new passenger and freighter aircraft by 2040, with nearly 30% of the new jets replacing older less fuel efficient models, Airbus Global Market Forecast…

The Singapore Airshow is off to a muted start instead of the high-voltage excitement that often precedes Asia’s biggest airshow. The Singapore Airshow has continuously grown since its inception but…

Boeing and the US Justice Department have opposed the request by families of the victims of the two Boeing 737 MAX crashes to declare that the government violated their legal…

PTDI, the Indonesian state-owned company in aircraft manufacturing, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) for CN-235 sales and development with Jet Investment Group SARL, a Limited Liability Company based…

Ethiopian Airlines returned its B737 MAX back to the skies on Tuesday with the airline’s Board chairman and executives, Boeing executives, ministers, ambassadors, government officials, journalists and customers onboard the…

AutoFlight, Chinese eVTOL pioneer, has established its first location in Europe. The company, which is is now ramping up at Augsburg Airport in Germany, is seeking European Aviation Safety Agency…

The Royal Thai Air Force (RTAF) has taken delivery of four new H225M multirole utility helicopters from Airbus Helicopters. These four helicopters will join the air force’s fleet for combat…

Thailand’s arms manufacturing company Chaiseri has delivered fifteen First Win 4x4 Armored Personnel Carriers (APCs) to Bhutan. The APCs were delivered in a ceremony held in Bangkok on Nov. 19.…

Boeing will acknowledge liability for compensatory damages in lawsuits filed by families of the 157 people killed in the 2019 Ethiopian Airlines 737 Max crash. According to a filing in…

ADEX 2021 marks the public debut of Condor, KEVA Drone’s new high maneuver, long-endurance drone for military / industrial use. “Condor is a multicoptor drone that weighs less than 5…

South Korea is currently in negotiations with Norway, Saudi Arabia, UAE and Qatar for the export of defence products manufactured by its domestic companies. Lee Jong ho, who is in…

Korea Aerospace Industries Co. (KAI) will deliver two more T-50TH advanced trainer jets to Thailand by November 2023. South Korea's sole aircraft manufacturer last month had received a US$78 million deal to…

Two years after it unveiled a full-scale mockup and cockpit of the KF-X fighter at ADEX 2019, and months after it revealed the prototype of the jet and its official…

GA Telesis Engine Services has received certification from the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) in India to overhaul CFM56-5B/-7B engines. DGCA India approval is a significant milestone for GATES…

Royal Thai Navy (RTN) will procure two Schiebel S-100 Camcopter UAV systems for THB556 million (US$16.66 million). The purchase will increase the strength of the RTN’s S-100 systems to four…

At least two South Korean companies and three others from Turkey, Canada, and Indonesia are competing in the Malaysian Army (TDM) 6x6 Armored Personnel Carrier (APC) program. The winner will…

With the recent announcements of the UAE easing entry protocols for 12 countries, and the UK adding the UAE on its “amber list,” Emirates is scaling up its operations in…

The Thailand government has allocated about THB2.7 billion (US$83.5 million) to purchase 300 units of FGM-148 Javelin anti-tank missiles and 50 Javelin Command Launch Units (CLU) for the Royal Thai…

The Royal Thai Air Force (RTAF) has signed a contract worth around US$72 million for two additional T-50TH Lead-In Fighter Trainer (LIFT) jets manufactured by Korea Aerospace Industries (KAI). The…

The Royal Thai Army will receive an additional Airbus C295 air-lifter, following the placement of a firm order by the Ministry of Defence of Thailand with the European firm. The…

The Philippine Navy (PN) is expecting to receive three Shaldag-class fast patrol boats made by Israeli Shipyards in the first quarter of 2022. The delivery will be the first three…

South Korea on Friday officially unveiled the first prototype of KF-21 Boramae (보라매, Korean for "hawk") at a ceremony in Seoul. Six prototypes of the fighter that was previously known…

قال مسؤول في شركة PT Dirgantara Indonesia (PERSERO) لصحيفة ديلي نيوز في يوم افتتاح المعرض أن المركبة الجوية غير المأهولة (UAV) التي تم تطويرها محليًا في إندونيسيا من المقرر أن…

Singapore Airlines is among the first airlines in the world to operate flights with a fully-vaccinated onboard crew of pilots and flight attendants. The other carriers in the Singapore Airlines Group,…

The General Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA) in the UAE is  expected to lift its ban on the Boeing 737 Max in March. The 737 Max was banned from flying in…

The Ministry of Defence of the Republic of Indonesia as the Host Government and Organiser of Indo Defence, Indo Aerospace, and PT Napindo Media Ashatama have announced the cancellation of…

Indonesia MRO provider GMF AeroAsia has been certified as an Approved Military Repair Station (AMARS) by the Indonesian Ministry of Defence. This allows the company to handle MRO on military…

Europe is set to lift a 22-month flight ban on the Boeing 737 Max this week after reviewing submissions by industry experts and whistleblowers. After giving provisional approval in November,…

The Civil Aviation Authority of Singapore (CAAS) has granted a few carriers from other countries permission to resume transit flights to Changi Airport (SIN). The decision to allow transit flights…

Rescuers have recovered the Flight Data Recorder (FDR) of Sriwijaya Air’s flight SJ-182, which crashed shortly after take off into the Java Sea on Saturday. The search efforts will now…

A Sriwijaya Air plane has crashed into the sea shortly after takeoff. The Boeing 737-500 aircraft was carrying 50 passengers , including 40 adults and ten children, as well as…

Boeing, which had been accused of concealing information about its 737 Max airplane that was involved in two crashes that claimed 346 lives, will pay more than $2.5 billion to…

French defense contractor Naval Group is in discussions with the Philippines regarding the sale of submarines, Pierre-Eric Pommellet, company CEO, has said. "The Philippines is looking for submarines to increase…

Bii.aero, a provider of aircraft parts, repairs and services for the commercial, governmental/military and rotary aviation sector, has appointed Ian Foster as MRO Director. Bii has recently purchased a Boeing…

Indonesia's Lion Air group has signed a deal with NAVBLUE to use its digital navigational charts and database solutions: Charts+ and Navigation+. Charts+ is an application for both iPad and…

Vietjet has reported a surge of 23% in cargo volume transported between April and August this year compared to the pre-pandemic first quarter. The airline’s freight volume increased from 16,133…

Getting great customer service with AirAsia is about to become easier than ever before as the company’s virtual Allstar, AVA, has launched on popular messaging application, WhatsApp. Chief Customer Happiness…

Indra has bagged an order from the Ministry of Defence of South Korea for supply and implementation of air traffic surveillance and management systems to reinforce safety and control of…

Galvion, an international designer, manufacturer and supplier of survivability and power management systems for defence and security, has signed a contract with the UK-based marketing and communications agency, Chamois Consulting…

After closely monitoring the risk and impact of COVID-19 on a daily basis and further consideration with key community members and partners, PT Napindo Media Ashatama as the organiser and…

The low-cost carrier of Malaysia, which is one of Europe's top five corporate export customers, will not be taking any further deliveries of the Airbus jets this year. The airline…

Thales Australia has announced a $14 million contract with the Royal Netherlands Army to design and deliver a specialist Dutch Medevac-variant of the Bushmaster protected mobility vehicle. The contract will…

In lieu of the Philippine government’s regulations COVID-19, Cebu Pacific and CEBGO will be suspending all flight operations from 19 March to 14 April 2020. The Philippine government recently implemented…

With immediate effect, Scoot has launched a self-service refund option on their website (https://makeabooking.flyscoot.com/manage) for all customers with bookings made on or before 15 March 2020, for travel dates until…

Honeywell’s JetWave satellite communications hardware is now installed aboard major business jet platforms across the Asia Pacific region, expanding the company’s customer base. The company's new customers include Premiair, TAG…

GBP Aerospace & Defence has been selected as the exclusive publisher of the Official Show Daily at Indo Defence 2020, which will take place in Jakarta, Indonesia from November 4-7.…

On day 2 of the Singapore Airshow 2020 Airbus and Singapore announced a collaboration on the development of the A330 SMART Multi Role Tanker Transport (MRTT) for the Republic of…

Regional Transport Aircraft specialist ATR is focussing on its new ATR 42-600S (STOL) variant and the ATR 72-600F freighter with the intent to enhance its growth prospects in the region.…

Batik Air, the full service wing of Indonesia’s Lion Group, marked the arrival of its first A320neo with a ceremony at Soekarno-Hatta International Airport in Jakarta, Indonesia. The aircraft is…

Japan's All Nippon Airways (ANA) and Singapore Airlines (SIA) signed a joint venture framework agreement that would deepen the partnership between the two Star Alliance carriers. This joint venture, which…

Raytheon Missile Systems Co., Tucson, Arizona, has been awarded a US$768,283,907 non-competitive fixed-price incentive (firm) contract for Advanced Medium Range Air-to-Air Missile (AMRAAM) Production Lot 33. This contract provides for the production…

SR Technics has extended its partnership with PT Garuda Maintenance Facility AeroAsia (GMF). As per the agreement, effective November 1, 2019, the two parties are providing Integrated Component Services (ICS)…

Paramount Group, the global aerospace and technology company and PT PINDAD, the state-owned defence company of Indonesia, announced the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) for the local development, industrialisation…

Royal Thai Air Force (RTAF) T-50 Golden Eagle Lead-In Fighter Trainers are currently in the midst of an upgrade by Korea Aerospace Industries (KAI). The Korean air-framer is upgrading the…

Boeing issued the following statement regarding the release of the final investigation report of Lion Air Flight 610 by Indonesia's National Transportation Safety Committee (KNKT): "On behalf of everyone at Boeing,…

Air crash investigators in Indonesia released their final report, detailing the list of events that caused the Lion Air jet to plunge into the Java Sea. Investigators said faults by…

Global Training Aviation (GTA), a company associated with Indra and specialized in the provision of aviation pilot and cabin crew training services, has officially opened its new state-of-the-art (Level D)…

TurbineAero, of The Gores Group, has officially opened its new facility in Chonburi, just outside of Bangkok Thailand. The company unveiled the new 90,000 square feet facility, down the street…

The first H225Ms to be delivered to Kuwait later this year have started flight testing. Kuwait ordered 30 of the long-range multi-role H225Ms in August 2016. They will be operated…

Korea Aerospace Industries (KAI) is currently upgrading the T-50 Golden Eagle Lead-In Fighter Trainers of the Royal Thai Air Force (RTAF) with radars, Radar Warning Receiver (RWR) and Counter Measures…

Leonardo, the European leader in Electronic Warfare (EW), is promoting its proven SAGE EW system at the ongoing ADEX, as an ideal candidate for the Republic of Korea’s (RoK) helicopter…

Magnetic MRO, a global provider of Total Technical Care for aircraft operators and lessors, has announced the launch of its Representative Office in Kuala Lumpur. The company’s new office will…

  Inzpire Limited’s GECO Mission Support System will soon receive enhanced functionality with the addition of a beyond line of sight communications system. Inzpire’s GECO Systems enhance safety of missions…

Indonesia’s Lion Air “urgently requires” more Boeing Co 737 MAX jets to support its growth strategy once regulators approve the grounded model’s return to service. According to a Reuters report,…

Global aircraft leasing and financing company Novus Aviation Capital and new-age carrier Vietjet Air have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) for the financing and leasing of 10 aircraft over…

MRO company FL Technics has earned €119 million in revenue in 2018, a 14 percent increase from 2017 (€103 million). The company's net profit touched €10.8 million, up from €5,7…

American Airlines has extended the cancellations of about 115 daily flights into September due to the grounding of Boeing 737 MAX planes. The FAA did not issue any statement. “American…

The US Federal Aviation Administration on Sunday disclosed a new problem involving Boeing Co’s grounded 737 MAX, saying that more than 300 of that troubled plane and the prior generation…

The grounded Boeing 737 Max fleet isn’t expected to return to the skies for at least another 10 weeks, according to the airline industry’s main trade body, International Air Transport…

Singapore Airlines CEO Goh Choon Phong told reporters and analysts on Friday that an order for 31 Boeing 737 Max jets remains “intact” despite the aircraft model’s two deadly crashes in Ethiopia and Indonesia. That comes…

Singapore Airlines said its net profit for the last financial year nearly halved as fuel costs surged. This was despite its highest-ever annual revenue on a jump in passengers. The…

At IMDEX Asia Thales showcased products and solutions in the area of naval defence, including solutions in Anti-Air warfare, Anti-Surface warfare, Anti-Submarine warfare and C4OPS warfare, in addition to a…

Boeing said that it discovered after airlines had been flying its 737 Max plane for several months that a safety alert in the cockpit was not working as intended, yet…

Boeing Chairman and Chief Executive Dennis Muilenburg has refused to admit that a system introduced in its 737 Max 8 aircraft was flawed following two fatal plane crashes. Appearing in…

Rostec has opened a repair centre in Vietnam to support Klimov helicopter engines used in both civilian and military helicopters. According to a flightgobal report, the centre, located in the…

American Airlines is extending the cancellation of its Boeing 737 Max 8 flights from June until mid-August. The move is to "provide confidence" to customers during the peak summer travel…

After two crashes, and the global grounding of its 737 Max plane, aircraft manufacturer Boeing announced that it will cut production of the model from 52 to 42 jets per…

National flag carrier Garuda Indonesia has launched an inflight virtual reality (VR) entertainment system in its business class in a bid to enhance passengers’ flight experience. The new entertainment system…

The Ethiopian Airlines plane that crashed last month nosedived several times during the six-minute flight, before it hit the ground, stated a preliminary report. The captain and the first officer…

The inaugural edition of Cyber Defence & Security, Exhibition & Conference (CYDES 2020), will take place next year at the Mahsuri International Exhibition Centre in Langkawi, Kedah. The three-day event…

Malaysian rotorcraft operator Weststar Aviation Services, placed orders for three AW169 and two AW139 helicopters valued at around 50 million euros marking one of the first major orders at the…

Italian airframer Piaggio Aerospace, which is displaying an Avanti EVO at the ongoing airshow, is bullish on their prospects in the region, with company officials pointing out that the airframer’s…

With Malaysia planning to acquire a sizeable number of unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), Turkish Aerospace Industries (TAI) is showcasing its Anka MALE UAV for the first time at LIMA 2019.…

Russian Helicopters is showcasing its new Mi-38 helicopter at the ongoing LIMA, marking the show debut for the utility helicopter. Also displayed are Mi-171A2 and Ansat civil helicopters that flew…

Field Aerospace completed the first flight of the U.S. Air Force (USAF) T-1A aircraft with the modernized flight deck on March 22. The first fully modified Combat System Officer (CSO)…

To drive the long-term development and big ambitions of the region's economies in an increasingly digital world, Thales has announced the appointment of Nicolas Bouverot as Vice-President for Thales in South East Asia.…

Boeing  will release a software update and related pilot training for the 737 MAX that will address concerns discovered in the aftermath of the Lion Air Flight 610 accident,   Dennis Muilenburg,…

Aircraft maintenance company PT Garuda Maintenance Facility (GMF) Aero Asia sees huge potential in markets outside Indonesia to grow its maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) business.   GMF Aero Asia…

Preliminary data recovered from the black boxes of last week's Ethiopian Airlines crash has revealed "similarities" to October's fatal Lion Air crash, the Ethiopian Minister of Transport said Sunday.  …

All Boeing 737 Max 8 and 9 aircraft will remain grounded at least until May after the fatal Ethiopian Airlines crash on Sunday, the US Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has…

Kellstrom Defense Aerospace, Inc. is partnering with Wojskowe Zakłady Lotnicze Nr 2 S.A. (Military Aviation Works No. 2) to support the Polish Air Force with six SHORT-POD APU Kits to…

The Boeing 737 Max crash in Ethiopia may hit the planemaker’s future orders as mounting safety concerns prompt airlines to reconsider plans to purchase the jetliner. Indonesia’s Lion Air, one…

The UK's Civil Aviation Authority has banned the Boeing 737 MAX from operating in or over UK airspace "as a precautionary measure". UK becomes the latest country on Tuesday, after…

Both Singapore and Australia announced that they are suspending operations of Boeing’s 737 MAX aircraft on Tuesday, following Sunday’s crash of Ethiopian Airlines Flight 302. The Civil Aviation Authority of Singapore (CAAS) temporarily suspended operation of…

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) gave its vote of confidence saying that the Boeing 737 Max 8 was airworthy. However, as more airlines and aviation authorities grounded their planes, the…

FlyersRights.org has called on the FAA to ground the Boeing 737 MAX 8 Aircraft after two fatal accidents in the past five months have claimed 346 lives.   Lion Air…

The flight recorders from the Ethiopian Airlines plane that crashed on Sunday have been recovered by investigators, the airline says. The devices recovered from the crash site are the cockpit…

Ethiopian Airlines joined China and Cayman Islands in grounding the fleet of Boeing 737 MAX 8, until further notice.   The company’s twitter account stated, “"Although we don't yet know…

Boeing has delayed plans to roll out its huge new 777X jetliner after the Nairobi-bound Boeing 737 MAX 8 operated by Ethiopian Airlines crashed minutes after takeoff from Addis Adaba.…

China’s Civil Aviation Administration ordered the temporary grounding of all Boeing 737 MAX 8 aircraft flown by Chinese airlines following a crash of one of the planes flown by Ethiopian…

Indra, one of the leading global technology and consulting companies, will equip the new pilot training center that GTA will open in Bogota with a state-of-the-art simulator of the A320…

Kellstrom Defense Aerospace has been selected by Sabena technics as a partner for the support of C-130 aircraft maintenance. Under the multiyear agreement, KDA will provide a wide range of…

A production contract for 2,100 F-Model (FGM-148F) missiles, has been awarded to the Javelin Joint Venture between Raytheon and Lockheed Martin, following the completion of a successful and rigorous system…

TrueNoord, the specialist regional aircraft lessor, has leased five new ATR 72-600s to InterGlobe Aviation Limited (IndiGo). The first two aircraft were delivered at the end of December with the remaining…

AJW Technique has achieved Japan Civil Aviation Bureau (JCAB) approval under the Bilateral Aviation Safety Agreement (BASA) between Transport Canada (TCCA) and the Japan Civil Aviation Bureau (JCAB). AJW Technique…

Changi Airport handled 65.6 million passengers in 2018, a 5.5 per cent increase from 2017. Aircraft movements increased by 3.4 per cent to 386,000 landings and take-offs while cargo volumes…

AirAsia unveiled a website and mobile app facelift, including a chatbot named AVA (AirAsia Virtual Allstar) powered by artificial intelligence.   The updates are designed with guests in mind, and…

Low-cost carrier Indonesia AirAsia has said it would make Lombok in West Nusa Tenggara (NTB) its new hub as it sees the number of tourist arrivals increasing again following a…

National flag carrier of Indonesia, Garuda Indonesia, has been ranked number one for On-Time Performance (OTP) among global airlines in the Asia Pacific region from October to December 2018, according…

Finnair customers can now offset the CO2 emissions of their flights either by supporting a CO2 emission reduction project or by purchasing biofuel flights. The launch of these two initiatives…

Satair and GMF AeroAsia have signed a Letter of Intent (LOI) confirming Satair as the exclusive provider of material to support GMF AeroAsia’s successful expansion into their Airbus Aircraft 3rd…

In line with its growth strategy, Finnair is adding capacity on its route between Helsinki and London Heathrow for the summer 2019 season starting on 31 March 2019. This move…

AirAsia Group will not get involved in any new ventures for the next three years, announced the Group CEO Tony Fernandes, in a Twitter stories.   "As 2019 approaches, I would…

The Hungarian Ministry of Defence has ordered 16 H225M multi-purpose helicopters equipped with the HForce weapon management system. Together with the helicopters, Airbus will also provide an extensive training and support package to…

FL Technics, a global provider of integrated aircraft maintenance, repair & overhaul services, has announced further expansion to Asia region by opening a new warehouse in Singapore.   The operations…

Scoot is to take over a number of SilkAir’s routes over the next two years, ahead of SilkAir’s merger into Singapore Airlines (SIA). Scoot will also be transferring some of…

Nexter, a KNDS group company, is showcasing its range of solutions across artillery, ammunition, Armoured Fighting Vehicles (AFVs) and robotics, naval weapon systems, decision aid and simulation tools at the…

UTC Aerospace Systems has been selected to supply wheels and brakes for eight Asian airlines: Air China, China Eastern Airlines, China Southern Airlines, Garuda Indonesia, Hong Kong Airlines, Korean Air,…

Two truck variants belonging to Indian automotive leader Tata Motors are being displayed for the first time at the ongoing show. The first truck is a water cannon developed by…

The second prototype of Indonesia’s N219 commuter aircraft will make its maiden flight early next year, an official of PT Dirgantara Indonesia informs Daily News. The aircraft is currently undergoing…

China North Industries Corp (NORINCO) is showcasing a wide range of independently developed main battle tanks and armored vehicles, anti-missile and air defense systems, and intelligent ammunition among other weapons…

Additional details of the new 4.5 generation combat aircraft being developed by South Korea with Indonesian participation have emerged at Indo Defence 2018.   The KF-X/IF-X programme is being managed…

Indonesian engine MRO firm PT Nusantara Turbin dan Propulsi (NTP) has obtained an extension of its certificate from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) until 2020.   PT NTP has been…

Indonesia’s national flag carrier Garuda Indonesia introduced a new flight class product called “Explore Business Class” on its Bombardier CRJ1000 aircraft.   The product is said to offer “prestige value…

A Lion Air plane carrying 189 people crashed into the sea just minutes after taking off from Indonesia’s capital on Monday in a blow to the country’s aviation safety record…

FL Technics, a global provider of integrated aircraft maintenance, repair, and overhaul services, announced that its subsidiary company FL Technics Indonesia has received an Approved Maintenance Organization (AMO) certification from…

JSC UEC-Klimov (part of the Rostec’s United Engine Corporation) and Vietnamese Helicopter Technical Service Company have signed a distributor agreement on maintenance of TV3-117 and VK-2500 civil helicopter engines.   The companies…

The H225M, with 88 aircraft currently in service in six countries across the globe, has surpassed the 100,000 flight-hour milestone, following its first delivery to the French Air Force in…

Singapore Airlines and Tourism Australia have re-affirmed their strong commercial ties by signing a new three-year strategic marketing deal worth A$11 million.   The agreement will see the two parties…

Hong Kong Airlines’ (HX) new “Super Diamond” business class product has finally arrived with the airline’s fifth A350 aircraft, which landed at Hong Kong International Airport (HKIA) on September 1.…

Saudia Airlines has signed a codeshare agreement with its partner in SkyTeam Airline Alliance, Garuda Indonesia Airlines to expand domestic destinations in Saudi Arabia and Indonesia, as well as other…

Garuda Indonesia said it will end its thrice-weekly nonstop Jakarta-London Heathrow service, effective 28 October.   According to a FlightGlobal report, the SkyTeam carrier's senior manager of schedule management Bayu Widhiyanto said the…

CMIG Aviation Capital, an aircraft leasing company wholly owned by China Minsheng Investment Group, is pleased to announce the delivery of one Boeing 737 MAX 8 aircraft MSN 43000 in Seattle to be operated…

AirAsia Group intends to submit a bid in the upcoming tender for a 25-year operation and maintenance contract at Clark, said chief executive Tony Fernandes. "Bringing ASEAN together. Indonesia, Malaysia and Philippines…

AirAsia unveiled its fifth route into Vietnam, launching its direct flight from Kuala Lumpur to Phu Quoc, Vietnam. The four weekly flights will commence on November 2. Phu Quoc marks…

Indonesia’s TransNusa is leasing three ATR 72-600 turboprops, part of the airline’s renewal and expansion plans. Currently operating three ATR 72-600 and one ATR 42, the domestic airline will also…

Indonesia's largest private airline Lion Air is expanding its business by introducing a new flight route available five times a week from Bali’s Ngurah Rai airport to China’s Binhai Tianjin International Airport.…

Airbus has received orders from AirAsia X  for 34 additional A330neo widebody jetliners. >> Farnborough International Airshow Coverage The latest order announced at the ongoing show, confirms AirAsia X’s position…

Leonardo and General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc (GA-ASI) have officially signed a deal to  invest in integrating Leonardo’s SAGE electronic warfare surveillance system onto the GA-ASI MQ-9B. >> Farnborough International…

Pilots at Indonesian flag carrier Garuda have agreed not to go on strike, said Pahala Mansury, the airline’s Chief Executive Officer.   The step has eased the pressure on the…

Singapore Airlines debuted its Boeing 787-10 flight to Denpasar, Bali, on Monday. The SQ942 aircraft took off from Changi Airport in Singapore at 9:15 am local time and arrived at…

Indonesia’s PT Garuda Maintenance Facility AeroAsia (GMF AeroAsia) is eyeing partnerships with five new airline clients by the end of 2018, with a focus on Russian and Indian airlines, said…

Airbus and Indonesia’s GMF AeroAsia have renewed their Maintenance Training Services (MTS) agreement for another five years. The new agreement, which will run from 2018 to 2023, was signed at an…

Scoot, the low-cost arm of the Singapore Airlines (SIA) Group, launched its inaugural flight to Berlin on 20 June, the first of its four-times-weekly non-stop Singapore-Berlin services. The capital city…

The new Passenger Service Charges (PSC) structure to be implemented on 1 July 2018 will make Changi Airport one of the costliest airports for passengers in Asia Pacific, a Singapore…

Malindo Air has commenced services from Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia to Melbourne, Australia via Bali. “We are thrilled to add Melbourne to our route map, as the third city that we…

Japan Airlines Co. has decided to go head-first into the home turf of Asia’s largest low-fare carrier. The Japanese operator, which is starting its own budget carrier next month, will begin…

Vallair, the aircraft trading, leasing and specialist MRO organisation has signed a long-term Financial Lease with Indonesian Cargo Airline, Cardig Air, for a Boeing 737-400F. After conversion in the USA, the…

Two base maintenance facilities in China and Thailand will add to existing regional presence in Indonesia, says FL Technics’ CEO.   Adding to its existing regional presence in Indonesia, FL…

Turkish Aerospace Industries (TAI) is offering its Anka medium-altitude, long-endurance (MALE) unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) to several Central Asian countries including Kazakhstan.   “Anka would suit several countries in this…

According to the 2018 Global Flight Price Ranking, four of the world’s top five cheapest airlines are Asian, with Air Asia X taking top spot, followed by Air India Express and…

KLM Royal Dutch Airlines will move its operations to Jakarta's Soekharno-Hatta Airport Terminal 3 on 15 May, 2018.   KLM's Country Manager for Indonesia, Wouter Alders said that the move to terminal 3 will enhance the…

Chinese navy warships are participating for the third time in the biennial Komodo 2018, multilateral naval exercise, being hosted by the Indonesian Navy. The Chinese naval ships;  guided-missile destroyer Changsha…

Indo Defence 2018 is Indonesia’s No. 1 Tri-Service Defence event and will be held from 7 – 10 November at Jakarta International Expo Kemayoran, Indonesia. This will be the eight…

Sabre Corporation, the technology provider to the global travel industry, announced a new content distribution agreement with Lion Air and its subsidiary, Wings Air, as the preferred global distribution system…

Thai Lion Air, a subsidiary of Indonesia's largest private airline, Lion Air, increased its Jakarta-Bangkok service from once a day to twice on Monday.   According to a report in…

The acquisition of 18 units Nexter 105LG1 artillery systems has been announced by Malaysia’s Ministry of Defence at the ongoing DSA 2018. The first six light guns will be delivered…

Turkish Aerospace Industries (TAI) is pitching its Anka Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) to the South-East Asian market, including Malaysia and Indonesia. According to a TAI official, the Anka can act…

South Africa’s Denel Group is eyeing the South-East Asia market as countries in the region start re-equipping their defence forces in response to changes in the regional security environment. “South…